SEKAI Electronics, Inc. · 1 week ago
Quality Assurance Manager
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expSEKAI Electronics, Inc. is a leading provider of highly rugged video cameras and systems serving the Aerospace and Defense Markets. The Quality Assurance Manager will oversee quality functions at the Irvine and San Jose sites, ensuring compliance with quality standards and customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving and communication.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manage the Quality function at the Irvine, CA and San Jose, CA sites under the direction of the VP of Quality and Process Improvement
Timely problem identification & resolution of production line work stoppages to support customer on time deliveries
Drive a culture of building quality into the product from the start
Lead teams in areas of quality management/operational excellence in a high mix, medium volume manufacturing environment
Perform incoming inspection of raw materials and review of outgoing product
Represent Quality Engineering on new product development teams and smoothly transition new designs into production
Support corporate financial objectives through management of the Cost of Non-Conformances (Scrap/Warranty)
Communicate with customers and US Government quality representatives on quality items. Form positive/productive customer relationships based on data and continual improvement
Perform contract reviews for new customers/products by reviewing customer purchase orders, product/quality specifications and any other documentation to ensure delivered products meets or exceeds customer expectations
Maintain and improve the quality management system (QMS) by flowing down customer/government quality clauses & requirements into internal procedures, i.e. a sustainable QMS that supports company objectives via ISO 9001/AS 9100 certifications
Review Engineering Orders and participate in new design product/design review to ensure quality requirements are identified and captured in appropriate documentation
Develop, prepare and implement Quality Program and Testing Plans for new and existing customers and products
Manage environmental and EMI testing internally and at external labs
Function as primary liaison for various customers to resolve quality issues, ensure appropriate flow down of quality requirements, enable positive channels of communication, and ensure customer satisfaction
Coordinate customer evaluations for reported product failures or other complaints and assist in corrective action
Participate in MRB activities, provide guidance with customer MRB requirements and lead corrective action
Manage internal and external quality audits and report status of QMS compliance to management
Help lead cross-functional teams to implement Operational Excellence Initiatives using Lean and/or Six-Sigma techniques
Provide status of internal and external corrective actions, ensure responses are adequate to prevent recurrence of nonconformance and report progress to management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Quality, Quality Assurance or related field
7 or more years of experience in Quality Assurance minimum in a electronic product or electro-mechanical production environment
Three (3) or more years of management experience
Ability to work productively and cohesively in a diverse and multicultural environment
Must have ISO9001 experience, AS9100 experience highly preferred
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
US Citizenship is a Requirement
Preferred
Experience in Aerospace and/or Defense industries
Background in defense programs, ITAR‑controlled projects and military standards
Familiarity with environmental qualification standards (MIL‑STD‑810, DO‑160, or similar)
Master's degree
ASQ certification: CQE, CRE, CSQP
Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience
Benefits
Corporate sponsored health insurance
Dental
Vision
401K plan with matching
Life insurance
Company
SEKAI Electronics, Inc.
Since 1982, SEKAI is a recognized pioneer in the application of airborne video cameras and ruggedized video recording systems, and has provided video products and systems for new and "retrofit" programs on military and commercial aircraft, RPVs and helicopters.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknown2014-08-01Debt Financing
Leadership Team
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Roland Soohoo
President and CEO
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