Prin Quality Engineer

General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems
Hampton, Arkansas
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Job Description
Overview:

This position is responsible for defined quality processes for multiple programs at the Camden Facility. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, overseeing development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to reduce process variation and prevent defects and/or non-compliance; support integrated product/process teams; always remain in compliance with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; daily interaction and oversight of quality inspection personnel including training training new inspectors; ensure the production operating procedures are accurate; resolution of WIP related nonconformances; communication of nonconformance to quality assurance; support process and quality systems audits; and communication of quality issues internally and externally through Integrated Product Teams (engineering, contracts, procurement, manufacturing engineering, program mgmt.). Must be able to effectively communicate with manufacturing operations, customers and the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), and limited engagement with suppliers.

Major Position Responsibilities:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Required:
  • Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
  • Conflict resolution
  • Communication
  • Interpersonal
  • Organizational
  • Time management
  • Self-motivation
  • Confidentiality
  • Computer skills: Word processor, spreadsheet, database, presentation, email, etc
  • Use of quality improvement tools
  • ISO/AS Quality Management Systems

Preferred:
  • Understanding/use of principles, concepts, and practices and their application within discipline or function; strong knowledge of related disciplines or functions.
  • Use of Lean Six Sigma/continuous improvement tools
Basic Qualifications:
Education
Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field of study

Preferred:
  • Engineering degree
  • ASQ Certifications: Quality Manager/Organizational Excellence, Quality Engineer, Six Sigma Black Belt, Quality Auditor


Experience

Required:
  • 6-8 years of program related quality engineering experience. Computer proficiency including MS Office; Geometric, Dimensions & Tolerancing knowledge; ability to interpret customer requirements and develop quality planning and inspection requirements; failure analysis and problem solving skills; ability to provide quality leadership throughout the program life cycle.


Preferred:
  • Experience applying FMEA's, SPC, and tracking and reporting on problem and project status. DoD Aerospace experience desirable. American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer, ASQ Certified Quality Auditor and/or ASQ Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt is desirable. Use of Lean Six Sigma/continuous improvement tools.

General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems
Engineering
Full Time
Onsite
Competitive
See Description for Experience
1 year, 8 months ago