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Quality Engineer (H/F) - SAFRAN ELECTRONICS & DEFENSE AVIONICS USA, LLC

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Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense. Sa mission : contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés. Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2024 » du magazine TIME. Safran Electronics & Defense propose à ses clients des solutions d'intelligence embarquée leur permettant d'appréhender l'environnement, de réduire la charge mentale et de garantir une trajectoire, même en situation critique, ce dans tous les environnements : sur terre, en mer, dans le ciel ou l'espace. La société met les expertises de ses 13 000 collaborateurs au service de ces trois fonctions : observer, décider et guider, pour les marchés civils et militaires.

Job Summary The Quality Engineer is a member of the Quality Team with primary responsibilities for ensuring the quality and airworthiness of components and repairs carried out at the repair station (MRO). The role involves the development, management, and communication of quality assurance methodologies to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.

Essential Job Functions

Collaborate with various functions to ensure quality standards are established and adhered to on all processes, programs, maintenance/repair and throughout the supply chain.

Use knowledge of electronic components, mechanical components and material used for production/repair of hardware to assess compliance with program requirements, contract, and engineering documentation.

Design and analyze quality inspection and testing processes, conduct quality assurance audits.

Ensure that corrective measures meet acceptable quality and reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements and perform follow‑up verification for effectiveness of corrective measures.

Conduct comprehensive root cause/corrective action on nonconformities; participate in Continuous Improvement activities.

Perform customer interface and manage flow down of customer requirements; manage customer satisfaction from the quality perspective.

Approve manufacturing/repair documents & support all aspects of repair station quality.

Liaise with the internal/external organizations/customers on quality issues and corrective actions.

Collect and analyze data, and generate technical reports and presentations.

Responsible for data integrity and process conformance to regulatory bodies like the FAA (Part 145), EASA (Part 145), and CAAC, as well as customer requirements and internal quality management systems (e.g., AS9100, AS9110).

Interface with the FAA, third party regulators and other regulatory agencies during audits and address quality‑related topics or issues.

Review customer order requirements and assemble required documentation to accompany shipments.

Drive quality performance in support of internal and external customer goals and objectives.

Manage the defects parts per million process and its continual improvement.

Implement methods and practices to reduce variation; understand the application of SPC, First Pass Yield, and can gauge effective use within the factory.

Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Required Competencies, Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in engineering, statistics, quality or a related field.

A minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality or Engineering within an FAA/EASA regulated environment, with a preference for MRO operations experience.

Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

AS9100, AS9110, ISO9001, FAA, EASA, CAAC, Mil‑Std working knowledge.

Knowledge and experience in Safety Management Systems, APQP, Quality Auditing, Human Factors, First Article Inspections and Counterfeit Parts prevention.

Thorough working knowledge with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen Events, and Continuous Improvement, SPC, and Six Sigma methodologies.

Experience with problem solving methodology such as 5‑why, A3 and 8D.

Knowledge of manufacturing structures, varied processes, operating practices, and operating budgets.

Experience managing several projects simultaneously.

SAP experience a plus.

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