Your Challenge
Performs periodic supplier evaluations, new parts validation and approval for new projects and parts localization projects & resolves problems for parts issued from customer, production, or those found at IQC.
Provides analysis on all processes to determine the root cause and propose solutions with follow-up to suppliers through monitoring and support suppliers’ product/process quality control system improvement by system/process/product audits, supplier training and project management etc
Gathers and reports supplier related product defects, failure modes and other Quality related issues to vendors and facilitates 8D Corrective Action and Root Cause investigations with suppliers in addition to participation in CW non-conformance investigations
Works closely with Supply Chain Management to monitor delivery and quality performance through regular reporting or regular business reviews
Reviews and dispositions flow downs from CW or Customer to vendors and ensure they are effectively executed
Plan & Conduct Supplier Quality Audits
Owns the assigned Program Supplier Quality processes, ensuring quick response and effective corrective actions on customer raised SCARS, audit findings and feedback obtained through the Customer Service Index (CSI) process
Drives the 8D CAPA process through the organization, including implementation/improvement to tools, training, and metrics
Ensures quick response and effective corrective actions on customer raised SCARS, audit findings and feedback obtained through the Customer Service Index (CSI) process
Manages the Supplier Quality process (including performing quality audits and administering the SCAR process)
Supports the planning and execution of the internal audit plans designed to ensure sustained compliance to AS9100
Interacts with Supply Chain, Operations, Contracts and other Engineering disciplines to ensure compliance to Quality requirements and resolve Customer and Product Line nonconformances as required and provides QA support on the implementation of supplier deviation/waiver requests
Ability for 20%-30% Ad-Hoc Travel required to visit customers, carry out supplier visits and meet periodically to discuss quality plans face-to-face at other C5ISR sites within the division.
What You Bring
Experience with supplier auditing to AS9100, company and customer flowdown requirements applied to both manufacturing and product development – preferably within an aerospace environment
Knowledge of FAA regulations: 14 CFR Part 21 and 145 is considered a plus
Demonstrated proficiency within the functional domain in Quality strategies, standards, sciences and controls. Ability to guide implementation in appropriate applications through design and development into high-mix/low-high volume manufacturing and supply chains
Approachable hands-on style with the ability to engage with people at all levels of management.
Experience in use and understanding of Quality tools (FMEA, APQP/PPAP, 8D RCCA, SPC, Lean, Six Sigma and relevant industry standards
Knowledge of First Article Inspection to AS9102 industry standards and suppliers, NetInspect and use of control plans and inspection processes that are capable of meeting product requirements
Working knowledge of AS9100 / ISO9001based Quality Management System requirements. AS9100 Lead / Internal Auditor Certification is a plus
Encourages high level collaboration of cross-functional teams.
Knowledgeable in the interpretation and application of the following standards: J-STD-001, IPC- A-600, IPC-A-610 Rev D Class 3, IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC-7711/7721.
Experience with QA oversight of the DO-254 and DO178-B standards.
Practical 8D or other structured problem-solving methodology expertise.
Experience interfacing directly with major customers on Quality issues.
Product Reliability, Maintainability, Durability methodology.
ESD Control Requirements.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principals, including experience with 5S audits.
Understanding of the required Engineering Documents for PCBA manufacturing.
Understanding of configuration management (CM), BOM, data and software structures.
Experience with SAP or another MRP is an asset.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience dealing with remote teams in multi-site environments.
High degree of Product Integrity and Ethical standards
AS9006 and/or CMMI experience are considered assets.
Minimum Education requirements
Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace/Electrical/Mechanical/Software Engineering or technical equivalent with a minimum of 5 years of prior related experience or Graduate degree with a minimum of 3 years of prior related experience.
In lieu of a degree, candidates may be considered with a minimum of 8 years of prior related supplier quality experience within the aerospace and defense or other regulated industry, commensurate with the position responsibilities and skills
ASQ CMQOE and/or ASQ CQE will be considered significant assets
Who We Are
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
Curtiss-Wright is recognized around the world as one of the most innovative designers and manufacturers of rugged solutions that deliver optimal and reliable performance wherever they are deployed. When you work for Integrated Systems, you get all the benefits and support of a large corporation (with over $2 billion in annual sales) while working in a small company environment (just 120 employees in our Santa Clarita office). As a member of our team, you'll be an influencer -- applying your creative skills to come up with innovative solutions that drive organizational objectives.
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Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
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