Quality Engineer II

About Us

For over 30 years Sekisui Aerospace has been designing, testing, and manufacturing composite products for the aerospace industry. With complete customer satisfaction as our focus and through the relentless efforts of our skilled employees, SEKISUI Aerospace has achieved and continues to maintain an unequaled level of performance.

Our consistent delivery of high-quality products demonstrates our intent, integrity and dedication to our customers and to our reputation as a manufacturer. We will continue to insert intelligent automation into our manufacturing facilities, that will continue to drive the future of flight well into the next century.

Location(s): Sumner, WA

Hours: 7am - 4pm

Annual Salary: $85,000 - $105,000

Benefits:

• Medical (free employee-only coverage and low-cost options available)

• Dental, Vision, Prescription

• Life and AD&D Insurance

• Company Sponsored 401k with Employer Match

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellness Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Discounts

• 8 Paid Holidays plus closed (with pay) for a week during the winter break!

• 15 days per year accrued PTO. Accrued time is available to use immediately!

Position:

The Quality Engineer II is Responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing, and directing all aspects of the Quality department. This role is responsible for implementing and utilizing the AS 9100, ISO 9001-2000, NADCAP, and compliant Quality Management Systems to ensure that our products are manufactured to meet the dimensions, specifications, quality, and any other features or requirements specified by our customers. The role is responsible for driving the continuous improvement of customer feedback, management, manufacturing, and supply chain processes.

The Quality Engineer will:

• Perform inspections and set quality assurance testing models to analyze raw materials, materials in process, and finished products. Assist in developing quality control policies and evaluates production limitations. Implement NPI, APQP, and work instructions for QC inspections. Experienced with GD&T and RCCA. Submits Engineering Changes. Leads CI events. Requires a bachelor's degree.

• Gains exposure & contributes to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Work is occasionally directed but fairly independent and collaborative in nature. Typically requires 3 to 7 years of related experience.

• Works with customers, program managers, and engineering staff to develop techniques and procedures for inspecting and testing company products to meet customer requirements.

• Responsible for developing and implementing inspection, test, and calibration operations and supporting customer, regulatory, and compliance audits.

• Oversees analysis of material or product defects, production processes, and customer requirements/specifications to recommend or implement modifications in products and/or quality standards where appropriate, including implementing work instructions.

• Manages product deviation requests and other customer quality notifications.

• Supports and continually improves the Quality Management System.

• Partners with engineering to manage the document control process.

• Establishes effective communication channels that ensure the flow of quality-related information to and from vendors, customers, management, and other departments.

• Identifies and develops quality metrics as needs arise.

• Assists in developing strategic and tactical plans to ensure the achievement of company and departmental goals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with AS9100 or ISO9000 quality systems.

• Knowledge of GD&T and RCCA.

• Knowledge of lean concepts.

• Ability to understand and solve problems.

• Proven track record in managing a manufacturing quality system with measurable results.

• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing, quality assurance, quality control, and related measurement methods and techniques.

• Knowledge of product inspection standards and sampling, metrology, and tools calibration preferred.

• Experience in using statistical data analysis methodology to control and improve the design, product realization (manufacturing), and supply chain related processes.

• Knowledge of supply chain processes and supplier quality management programs for government and prime contractors purchasing, contracting, and subcontracting.

• Ability to specify, negotiate, and document agreements related to supplier quality requirements.

• Experience in developing, implementing and managing/leading an effective MRB (material review board) program.

• Ability to lead an effective continuous improvement program (or be part of the team that is responsible) related to both products and processes.

• Ability to interact well with and manage people, as well as facilitate interdisciplinary teams.

• Adapts quickly to changing requirements, resources, and tools.

• Superior leadership, communication, and interdisciplinary skills.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering / quality equivalent preferred.

Preferred Experience:

• Prior work experience in a manufacturing environment
• APQP
• RCCA

Additional Eligibility Qualifications, Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations:

• ASQ-QE or QM Certification is preferred.

• Lean certification preferred (Green or Black belt).

Pre-Employment Drug and Background Screenings

SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug-Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required.

Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SEKISUI Aerospace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

People with Disabilities

SEKISUI Aerospace is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the human resources department at the appropriate SEKISUI Aerospace manufacturing site.

Please call if you need an accommodation:

Renton Operations, Corporate Headquarters: 425-235-2750

Sumner Operations: 253-863-7868

E-Verify Statement

SEKISUI Aerospace is a federal contractor and is required to participate in the federal government's E-Verify program. E-Verify allows us to confirm the employment authorization of newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with a new hire's completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification within three days of starting employment. For information regarding E-Verify, visit the E-Verify site.

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet (ITAR) export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Pay

SEKISUI Aerospace is required by Washington law to include the salary range for this role when hiring a Washington resident. Pay ranges may be higher or lower for non-resident WA employees, based on the market data for their region, allowing us to pay employees competitively in different geographic markets.

Please note that the base salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Base salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Our Values

The employees of SEKISUI Aerospace enjoy what we do and are dedicated to our seven corporate values. We promise to hold ourselves to these high standards and seek co-workers who are willing to join us in this task.