AeroVironment · 3 days ago
Quality Engineer
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Responsibilities
Coordinate work with Quality Technicians and inspectors as necessary
Perform training on BMS procedures with workforce, as required. Provides internal auditing support
Responsible for driving corrective action and failure analysis in a timely manner
Participate in Product Readiness Reviews (PRR) and coordinate Final Inspection activities
Provide guidance and assistance in quality enhancement strategies and the interpretation of workmanship criteria
Perform process capabilities analysis on key characteristics; implementing Inspection and Quality Plans
Conduct internal audit activities including but not limited to quality management systems, purchasing, contract review process, and manufacturing
Drive trend improvements on the internal & external quality in support of strategic business objectives
Build stable, productive internal/external working relationships using effective interpersonal skills. Effectively articulate concepts and ideas to both technical and non-technical staff
Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways while applying company policies and procedures
Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
Ensure product acceptance criteria reflect the customer's definition of fitness for use
Correspond, as required, with customer representatives to ensure a thorough understanding of their needs and expectations
Participate in the review of engineering specifications to ensure the inclusion of adequate quality and reliability requirements
Work to reduce defects in various processes through data analysis and team problem-solving
Review customer contracts and purchase orders to identify requirements and flow down new customer requirements to all functions
Review New Product Integration (NPI) customer specifications to flow down new requirements to all functions and ensure in establishing compliance to customer requirements
Perform PPAP's (production part approval process)
Act as liaison for the development & LRIP areas on matters related to NPI process & first article inspection
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor's degree in related discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum of 5 - 8 years of related experience
Experience and a strong understanding of DMAIC, FMEA, PPAP, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Gage R&R Studies and lean manufacturing methodologies
Demonstrated knowledge of ISO 9001:AS9100, AS9102 standards and audits
Ability to communicate with customer and suppliers to resolve processes gaps and the ability to apply specified requirements in a cost-effective approach
Knowledge of dimensional inspection measurement systems and their application for the inspection of complex products – a full understanding of ASME Y14.5 (GD&T). Expertise in mechanical inspection methods and skills
Ability to collect, compile and analyze data (using the appropriate six sigma methods and techniques); to determine both the actual root causes of identified problems and required corrective (preventive) actions to prevent recurrence
Able to affect internal and external DPPM (scrap and rework) reduction and OTD improvements both internally and at our suppliers
Company
AeroVironment
AeroVironment is a technology company specializing in unmanned aircraft systems and electric vehicle charging solutions.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$159.01M2023-09-19Post Ipo Equity· $109.01M
2021-02-26Post Ipo Equity· $50M
2007-02-02IPO· nasdaq:AVAV
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