Sparton · 7 hours ago
Quality Engineer I
De Leon Springs, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expSparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, specializing in producing high-quality sonobuoys for undersea warfare. The Quality Engineer I performs inspections, sets quality assurance testing models, and assists in developing quality control policies to ensure product quality and compliance.
Hardware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for support of manufacturing operations as related to quality of the product or other area of responsibility
Use quality and continuous improvement tools including Lean, Six Sigma, and SPC to develop appropriate measurement systems to evaluate product quality
Execute continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing process variation, improving defect prevention and detection, and enhanced product reliability
Proactively resolve product process and system issues, drive improvement in process design, layout, and operational performance
Provide KPIs to management at defined intervals
Applies failure analysis and root cause analysis as required within the quality engineering discipline
Support product development utilizing the APQP process
Performs audits on processes and procedures to ensure compliance to specifications, engineering drawings, procedures and ISO-9001/AS9100
Lead Corrective and Preventative Action teams utilizing RCCA methodology
May be required to provide training and/or direction to quality inspectors, technicians or manufacturing operators
Uses Sparton policies and procedures to complete work assignments
Keeps accurate and complete records of quality engineering activities
Generates and submits quality documentation
Conduct validations of production processes to ensure compliance to specifications
May require input to bid and proposal activities
Interfaces with customers on quality-related issues
May be required to participate in field test of product
Qualification
Required
4-year degree from an accredited university in Engineering or Quality or, related field OR a combination of education and relevant experience
0-1 years of experience in Quality or relevant field
Working knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and SPC
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to lead Root Cause and Corrective Action teams
Internal auditor training (preferably from a certifying body)
U.S. Citizenship is required
Preferred
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Certification (can be obtained during employment)
Benefits
Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage.
Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections.
Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes.
Company paid Basic Life Insurance. Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
On-site wellness clinic.
Competitive compensation.
401k program to plan for your future with company match 75% up to 8% plus 1% Employer contribution.
Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick).
Paid parental leave.
Adoption assistance.
Fertility and family building assistance.
Flexible work schedules available based on position:
+ 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
+ 5/8s
+ 4/10s
+ 3/12s
Lifestyle spending account.
Perks at work.
Generous employee referral program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Voluntary benefits available: longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet Insurance, and many more options
Company
Sparton
Sparton provides electromechanical devices with capabilities that include concept development, industrial design.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2020-12-23Acquired
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Tracy Howard
President and CEO
Dave Powell
Chief Technology Officer and Chief Engineer
Recent News
2025-08-19
2024-02-28
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