NetApp Learning Services · 1 week ago
Manufacturing QA Engineering
Cranberry Township, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$145K/yr - $217K/yr
8+ years expNetApp Learning Services is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Quality Engineer to serve as the Product Quality Engineer for one or more product families. In this role, you will own product quality strategy and outcomes from new product introduction through full-rate manufacturing and field performance.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Serve as the single point of accountability for product quality across the lifecycle (NPI → production → field)
Define CTQs, acceptance criteria, and quality plans aligned with customer, regulatory, and internal requirements
Lead PFMEA/DFMEA, Control Plans, process validation, and risk mitigation activities
Drive APQP elements (PPAP/FAI, capability studies, MSA/Gage R&R, process validation IQ/OQ/PQ where applicable)
Collaborate with Design Engineering on DFM/DFA, tolerancing (GD&T), and test strategy to ensure manufacturability and yield
Establish and maintain robust process controls (SPC, error-proofing, test coverage, traceability)
Lead complex root cause analyses using 8D, DMAIC, and DOE; implement durable corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Own nonconformance management, MRB decisions, rework/repair instructions, and change control (ECN)
Monitor product quality metrics (FPY, escapes/DPPM, Cpk/Ppk, yield, OEE, warranty/returns) and drive sustainable improvement
Build dashboards and reports; leverage statistical analysis to predict and prevent quality issues
Partner with Supplier Quality to ensure incoming material/process capability; define incoming inspection criteria and FAIR/PPAP as needed
Collaborate with Test Engineering on coverage, correlation, false fail/escape reduction, and measurement system confidence
Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, ISO 13485) and customer-specific requirements
Prepare audit evidence; lead product-related quality system improvements
Act as a technical leader and mentor for junior engineers and technicians
Facilitate cross-functional quality reviews and represent product quality in customer, executive, and audit forums
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field required (ABET-accredited program preferred)
Typically requires 8 or more years of related experience
Preferred
Master's degree (MS/MEng) in an engineering discipline or a related field (e.g., Operations, Quality) is preferred
Formal training in statistics/quality engineering (SPC, MSA/Gage R&R, DOE) strongly preferred
One or more of: automotive, aerospace/defense, electronics/semiconductor, industrial equipment, medical devices, energy or similar regulated manufacturing environments
Familiarity with APQP/PPAP, AS9102 FAI, IPC/JEDEC, or device-specific standards (e.g., FDA/ISO 13485) depending on industry
Benefits
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement or Pension Plans
Paid Time Off
Various Leave options
Performance-Based Incentives
Employee stock purchase plan
Restricted stocks (RSU’s)
Comprehensive medical, dental, wellness, and vision plans for you and your family
Educational assistance
Legal services
Access to discounts
Financial savings programs
Company
NetApp Learning Services
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San Jose, California, US
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase