Quality Engineer 2

ABOUT PARKER AEROSPACE GROUP:
* At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.
* As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges.
* At Parker, our team members belong, matter, and make a difference. We believe that the key to bringing talented new team members into our organization is to focus on everyone's talents and potential rather than the job specification. If you have innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence, we are more than happy to consider you for other roles in Parker that may be a good fit.
* Parker Aerospace Group - Simi Valley Fire, Safety, and Power Division site is a fully integrated location with product responsibility from Marketing and Engineering, through Supplier Management, Program Management, and Manufacturing ending with delivery to the customers.
* Parker Aerospace Group is a worldwide leader in multiple Commercial and Military Aerospace product lines including Fire and Smoke Detection and Extinguishing systems, Bleed Air Overheat detection systems, Actuators, Rudder Pedal Assemblies, Pumps, Fuel Gauging Systems, High-Temperature cables, and more.
* Parker Aerospace Group - Simi Valley, CA is also a key supplier to select Energy markets including Nuclear gas Analyzers and Nuclear containment vessel penetration Cables. We work directly with the largest global aerospace companies including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Lockheed Martin and many others.

POSITION SUMMARY:
* The Quality Engineer 2 with a certain degree of creativity and latitude, monitors, tests, and inspects products to ensure they meet specified standards, are free of flaws, and function as designed.
* The Quality Engineer may work in laboratory settings running tests and duplicating real-world conditions, using tools such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, volt meters, ammeters, ohmmeters, and electronic inspection equipment to aid in quality inspections and assessments.
* Participates in the development of testing and inspection activities associated with product development and all stages of manufacturing.
* Defines and conducts both systematic/methodical and random/arbitrary tests to ensure proper performance of Meggitt products.
* Reviews and creates inspection forms, records, techniques, and procedures for accuracy and relevance and provides changes when necessary.
* Lead/Facilitate Shop Floor Quality Improvement activities that include conducting Floor audits and training inspection team or operators on how to inspect their in-process parts effectively and efficiently.
* Material Review Board (MRB) investigation/disposition process that include Root Cause/Corrective Action activities
* Facilitate Corrective & Preventive Action (CPA) activities that include monitoring/tracking open corrective action activities assigned to others while working with owners to rapid closure and escalating when necessary.
* Read and interpret drawings that include GD&T and multi-level Bills Of Materials.
* Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills, including Team building and Collaboration.
* Review and modify Manufacturing Work Instructions and Quality Inspection plans.
* Review and approve First Article, Final inspection reports and drawing/specification change requests.
* Collaborate with Manufacturing and Design Engineering to create Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and Control Plans.
* Lead Customer escapes containments and Root Cause Corrective Action utilizing advanced problem-solving techniques.
* Provide training to employees on Quality related topics.
* Interface with Customer Quality, Engineering and Government Reps for source surveillance activities.
* Performs internal audits of processes using inspection results and statistical techniques to provide timely, accurate product analysis.
* Participates in root cause analysis initiatives for process-related concerns. Analyzes audit results and determines proper corrective and preventative action.
* Makes the final decision on the acceptability of the product.
* Review Customer Purchase Orders/ Contracts for Quality requirements and generate a Compliance Matrix.
* Performs additional responsibilities as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Strong knowledge of quality engineering processes and regulatory requirements.
* Strong ability to apply a systematic, disciplined, and analytical approach to problem-solving.
* Strong customer orientation.
* Demonstrated analytical skills to proactively identify and solve problems.
* Ability to interpret internal/external business challenges and make recommendations for improvements to products, processes, or services.
* Ability to explain a range of complex technical information.
* Ability to gather data, to compile information, and prepare reports.
* Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
* Well-organized, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task.
* Strong prioritization skills.
* Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and database management tool.
* Maintain the highest degree of customer service, throughput, quality, cost reduction, and people productivity.

QUALIFICATIONS:
* Education: Bachelor's Degree in Quality or Engineering (Required) | Master's is preferred
* Experience: Min 5 years experience in quality or manufacturing-related discipline and 5 years supervisory experience preferred
* Experience and familiarity with quality industry standards such as AS9100, ISO 9001, and NQA-1 preferred.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: "This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements".

Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, and location as well as market and business considerations. Pay Range: $70K - $95K plus 10.0% ACIP Bonus.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Health and Wellbeing:
* Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.
* Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.
* Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.
* On-site facilities: cafeteria with a wide array of food options, mini-mart, and vending machines.
* Participation in health and emotional well-being challenges with rewards.

Financial Security and Growth:
* Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.
* Retirement benefits: 401(k) with company match opportunity.
* Income Protection, Life Insurance, Accidental Life and dismemberment Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability insurance.

Work-Life Balance and Flexibility:
* Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours, plus up to 13 paid holidays including a company-wide shut down between Christmas and New Year's.
* Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.
* Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.

Career Advancement and Education:
* Career development opportunities with up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement per year.
* Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program.

Parker Purpose Opportunities:
* Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.
* Volunteering day off and social committee activities throughout the year.

Additional Benefits:
* Employee Perkz on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.)
* Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000)
* Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EN-USA): Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accordance with U.S. import & and export regulations. ("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor"). If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.