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Draper · 2 days ago
Principal Product Quality Engineer
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years exp
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Responsibilities
In-depth knowledge of Quality Management Systems such as ISO 9001:2015 and/or AS9100.
Work closely with the Program and Engineering to understand and comply with the associated specs, requirements, standards, and best practices.
Work closely with the team to identify and manage Risks/Opportunities.
Participate in reviews of design plans, process procedures, test procedures, and quality requirements to meet customers contract requirements.
Ability to review, interpret, and revise electrical and mechanical parts specifications, along with circuit card assemblies.
Possess a working knowledge of the associated requirements with IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610, IPC-A-6012 and IPC J-STD-001.
Prepare MRB documentation and reviewing and authorizing product or process deviations with customer or internal program approval.
Utilizes analytical skill sets to perform Root Cause, Causal Analysis and Corrective/Preventive Action.
Analyzes data to identify trends in product quality or defects with a goal of mitigating and preventing recurrence and future defects.
Responsible for Handling, Storage, Marking, Packaging and Preservation and delivery of products.
Provide QMS guidance and direction to program personnel for QMS compliance.
Manage and oversee program document peer reviews, submittal, and approval for product’s Configuration Management release.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills with Programs and engineering groups throughout the organization.
Support program internal and external audits and supplier surveillance activities when necessary.
Provide technical assistance and support to customers, suppliers, and employees in resolving issues.
Assist in the improvement of manufacturing, process, and product efficiency to reduce nonconforming products.
Ensures products meet the organizations and customers quality and product integrity requirements.
Supports product development or operations team by providing analysis and expertise throughout the inspection process.
Leads a cross function team in the determination of root cause of failures. Identifies when failure analysis is necessary, along with providing recommendations of the corrective measures.
Analyzes data to identify trends in product quality or defects with the goal of mitigating and preventing recurrence and future defects.
Subject Matter Expert in quality standards and principles, knowledgeable and experienced in multiple technical disciplines.
Ability to independently assess customer needs and evaluate solutions to complex problems
Ability to lead quality teams, providing technical oversight and mentoring less experience engineers.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualification
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Required
In-depth knowledge of Quality Management Systems such as ISO 9001:2015 and/or AS9100
Ability to review, interpret, and revise electrical and mechanical parts specifications, along with circuit card assemblies
Possess a working knowledge of the associated requirements with IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610, IPC-A-6012 and IPC J-STD-001
Utilizes analytical skill sets to perform Root Cause, Causal Analysis and Corrective/Preventive Action
Analyzes data to identify trends in product quality or defects with a goal of mitigating and preventing recurrence and future defects
Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills with Programs and engineering groups throughout the organization
Support program internal and external audits and supplier surveillance activities when necessary
Requires a bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline
Requires 7-10 years experience in quality engineering or other engineering role
Preferred
Familiarization with model-based engineering (MBE) frameworks/integrated model tools
Thorough understanding of FMEA and FAMECA techniques
Experience with collaborating and contributing on Multidiscipline Proposal teams
Experience working within Research and Development teams with a focus on Quality
Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles
Familiarity with Quality Standards ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100
Expert knowledge and skills in process integration
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to prioritize tasks
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good interpersonal skills to communicate clearly
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Benefits
Work-life balance programs
Employee clubs
Health and finance workshops
Off-site social events
Discounts to local museums and cultural activities
Company
Draper
As a nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper serves our nation’s interests and security needs; advances technologies at the intersection of government, academia, and industry; cultivates the next generation of innovators; and solves the most complex challenges.
1,001-5,000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jerry Wohletz
President and Chief Executive Officer
Brenan McCarragher
Chief Technology Officer
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