Quality Engineer - TRIGO ADR Americas

Kirkland, WA

About the Job

Under general supervision and reporting to the Senior Director of Quality Operations, The Quality Engineer is responsible for executing and expanding on key initiatives inside of the supplier quality organization, including the execution of various supplier quality engineering related activities such as Compliance, Process and Product Audits, MRB, FAI Witnessing, Review and Sign off, Problem Solving, Corrective and Preventive Actions, Supplier Performance Reporting and other Quality Improvement Activities.

Job Responsibilities:

Conducts activities to modify, apply, and maintain quality evaluation, control systems and protocols
Provides explanations of testing and inspection plans, methods and/or technologies to assure reliability and conformance of products and processes
Provides analysis and develops recommendations for corrective actions for nonconformities and/or design problems for internally produced products and processes
Utilizes PPAP core elements (e.g., PFMEA, MSA, Process Flow and Control Plans, etc.) to identify risk in product development and propose risk management solutions
Provides reviews and ensure requirements are met for work transfer and process change management including Resourcing Gate and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) acceptance
Reviews process control documentation to ensure it is in compliance with requirements, objectives, and/or contracts
Develops, modifies, applies, and maintains quality evaluation, control systems and protocols for materials being processed into partially finished or finished products
Working with product design and specification, devises testing plans, methods, and equipment to assure reliability of product. Collaborates internally to ensure quality standards are in effect
Develops proactive quality initiative strategies and drives their implementation
Designs and implements product engineering changes to satisfy quality issues raised by customers
Responsible for both Program and Product Quality Engineering
Responsible for development of new inspection technologies or methodologies to assure product conformance
Other duties as assigned

Required Skills

FAA, EAR, and ITAR standards and regulations
Engineering Processes, Standard Drawings Conventions, Interpreting Drawing, Specifications, and GD&T
MS Office
Strong verbal, written and communication skills
Project management, time management, problem solving and organization
Fluent English – reading and writing is required
Professionalism, integrity, and exceptional attention to detail
Strong independent decision-making skills; excellent analytical skills and professional judgment
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Establish and maintain effective working relationships

Additional Desired Skills:

Prior practical experience and implementation of Quality Engineering tools and systems such as: DOE, FMEA, SPC, RCCA, APQP, PPAP, controls plans, material control, process control, systems performance, product evaluation, MSA, metrology, automated measurement, and software is preferred.

General Requirements

Ability to pass background and drug screen
ASQ or equivalent professional certifications such as CQE, CQT, CQA, CMQ, CSQP …etc.
Six Sigma Black Green Belt or Black Belt Certification.
Vision exam is required prior to hire. Requirements are as follows:
The General Vision Acuity Test shall be performed by an Oculist, Optometrist or other professionally recognized person. The following requirements shall apply.
Near Vision – Eyes meets Orthorater 8 (95% or Jaeger #2 at 12 inches)
Far vision – Eyes meets Orthorater 4 (76%) or Snellen Chart 20/50
Color Perception – 6 of 9 Orthorater plates
US Citizenship Required: TRIGO ADR AMERICAS can restrict hiring to US Citizens when government contracts require us to do so. 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(2)(C).

Additional Qualifications (Preferred):

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of prior relevant experience OR, in absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience required
Engineering/other technical positions: Bachelor’s degree (typically in Science, Technology,
Engineering or Mathematics, and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience
Must be a U.S. citizen

WORKING CONDITIONS
Productivity: Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective, and timely manner with minimal direction.
Mobility: Incumbents are required to participate in assigned physical activities which may include light lifting and sitting for prolonged periods of time.
Vision: Vision sufficient to read printed documents, computer screens, and observe behavior of others.
Environment: Typical office conditions, directly working Quality management team, working with the SMS team, and external customers.
Other Factors: Typical hours worked are Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Incumbents may be required to work occasional extended hours and weekend overtime.
The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk (approximately 1-2 miles a day); sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee will occasionally drive long distances to and from various suppliers as needed. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

BENEFITS:

12 days paid vacation first year, increasing with service years
10 days paid sick time
11 paid holidays
Healthcare insurance available: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, critical illness, life insurance for self and dependents
401k with match

Pay Range

$70,000-$105,000, please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Trigo ADR considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Company Overview

TRIGO ADR Americas is the leader in the Aerospace & Defense Industry providing global Supplier Delivery Assurance, Supplier Development and Quality Management Services. Trigo provides a fully integrated service solution to optimize Supplier performance through an embedded “boots on the ground” business model to drive systemic changes that enhance Supplier Quality and Supplier Delivery performance. We work as an extension of our Customers to build and maintain supplier and customer collaboration to ensure improved results and provide visibility throughout the supply chain. Trigo’s team of dedicated Delivery Assurance Specialists, Supplier Development Specialists, Supplier Quality Engineers and Program Managers support hundreds of Customers and are deployed to thousands of Suppliers worldwide focused on achieving On-Time and On-Quality Delivery results.

TRIGO ADR Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans, and may require US Citizenship for employment on certain defense contracts subject to ITAR restrictions. All qualified candidates will receive consideration. Except where otherwise provided by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors.

Source : TRIGO ADR Americas