Quality Assurance Engineer

Based in West Hartford, CT, Triumph Systems, Electronics and Controls is a leading independent aerospace system supplier for the commercial and military helicopter and business jet markets and employs approximately 500 employees. The Company’s key products and services include electronic engine controls, fuel metering units, main fuel pumps and environmental control systems for both the OE and aftermarket/spares end markets.

Responsibilities

Salary Range: $92,600.00 - 138,800.00/annual

We are currently seeking an energetic candidate for our Quality Assurance Engineer position. In this role, you will provide quality assurance engineering support to internal and external customers and all departments within the organization. This position will be instrumental in implementing the Quality Assurance strategy of the company to ensure continuous flow of products consistent with established industry standards, government regulations, and customer requirements. Opportunity for management advancement.

• Oversee Customer / Program, Manufacturing Process and Supplier Quality Engineering Duties.
• Develop and analyze statistical and product/process performance data to recommend and implement improvements in the Hydromechanical value stream. Provide Quality support with the objective of improving process performance and capability.
• Execute the initiatives of the organization in the development, implementation, and improvement of the appropriate Quality Management Systems throughout the operation with all the documentation required. This includes providing advanced quality planning support in the development and launch of new products, processes, and services, along with continuous improvement of existing product lines.
• Provide Quality interface and expertise between the organization and its customers to proactively assure that needs and expectations are understood and satisfied. This includes contract review/flow down, the compliance management process, and the implementation of corresponding corrective/preventive actions.
• Provide expertise in Quality Assurance and process improvement tools and methods to support continuous improvement activities.
• Develop, implement, and audit inspection and test plans, standards and acceptance criteria, and procedures/work instructions. Facilitate the investigation and elimination of quality problems and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Participate in all aspects of new product development and launch activities. Efforts in this area include the identification of customer expectations, manufacturing and test support requirements, design reviews, evaluation of test programs, development of inspection requirements, and management of costs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Technology, Quality or another related technical field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a Quality role within a complex manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace and applicable regulatory authority knowledge/experience desired.
• Must have thorough understanding of problem-solving methods, i.e., 8D, root cause analysis, etc., and the associated statistical tools used to analyze problems.
• Knowledge of effective new product development and launch system. Strong knowledge of the associated tools used in APQP and PPAP processes such as PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Key Characteristics, Measurement System Analysis, Process Capability, Process Flow, Preventive Maintenance, etc.
• Understanding of standards, implementation, and certification process of Quality Management Systems such as AS9100, ISO-9001, AS13100 or any other industry-specific standard or regulation.
• Capable of preparing and approving First Article Inspection Reports per AS9102 and presenting same to customers for approval.
• Ability to interface effectively with all departments and levels of the Triumph organization as well as with external suppliers and customers.
• Program Quality experience with Prime Engine Suppliers and associated Portals is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Prior Quality Management experience is desired for future growth potential.
• MS Office suite experience required, including expertise in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 10%
• Familiarity with Q-Pulse FAIR, Net-Inspect, MRP/JDE and Teamcenter

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Paid parental leave
• Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Disability and life insurance
• Incentives and performance-based rewards
• Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.