QA Engineer II

Join us as we look to the future! We are currently accepting applications for an upcoming Quality Engineer II need at our Sumner location.

SEKISUI Aerospace strives to provide an employee-friendly environment in which goal-oriented individuals thrive as they achieve even more demanding challenges. We are committed to Excellence, managing our company with Integrity, Dignity & Respect, Trust, Engagement in all that we do, and Passion to get the job done to the best of our abilities.

Location: Sumner

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7am – 3:30pm

Benefits

• Medical (free employee-only coverage and low-cost options available)
• Dental, Vision, Prescription
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Sponsored 401k with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• 8 Paid Holidays plus closed (with pay) for a week during the winter break
• 15 days per year accrued Vacation/Sick time. Accrued time is available for immediate use; prorated first year

Position

The Quality Engineer is responsible for improving product quality, increasing process efficiency, and reducing operating costs by reducing variation in the inputs to manufacturing. The Quality Engineer will ensure customer satisfaction by improving products and through processes inspection methods to analyze product quality. The Quality Engineer will establish metrics to monitor effectiveness of processes and adjust, as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Active participation in company New Product Introduction (NPI) process – Act as the Quality department’s focal in establishing and releasing new products to the manufacturing floor by creating Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) and Control Plans.
• The Quality Engineer will work with Manufacturing and Engineering personnel to ensure smooth transition of new product from the planning stage through delivery of product to the customer.
• Support AS9100 requirements.
• Participate as the Quality focal for internal/external corrective actions resulting from non-conformances.
• Provide guidance to teams in performing immediate action activities, drilling down to a root cause statement, and developing a robust action plan to implement effective and sustainable solutions. 
• Perform process audits to assess compliance, capability and effectiveness of various manufacturing processes and specifications.
• Help to develop and maintain metrics that show the current condition of the processes and help to improve the manufacturing process.
• Support the Quality team by providing clear, accurate information.
• Create Standard Work Instructions (SWI’s) as needed to allow for easier cross training of personnel.
• Research and analyze specifications to make sound decisions based on customer/industry documentation.  
• Review First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) to ensure completeness and compliance with the AS9102 standard.  
• Participate in continuous improvement activities pertaining to customer feedback, management, manufacturing, and supply chain processes

Required Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining perspective to make decisions.
• Strong and collaborative relationships with upper management, peers, and production team members.
• Able to utilize data driven problem solving, searching for root cause and addressing issues.
• Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to address conflict directly, working to resolve differences proactively.
• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing, quality assurance, quality control, and related measurement methods and techniques.
• Ability to specify, negotiate and document agreements related to supplier quality requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with composites materials.
• Experience working with PFMEA & MSA tools and concepts.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  

Experience

• Three or more years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified in a manufacturing environment preferred.  

Computer Skills

• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite (data analysis, control charts, pivot tables etc.).

Working Conditions

While performing typical duties of this job, production employees will experience the conditions noted below.  PPE is provided to protect employees against physical harm or hazards in the workplace environment.

• Usually work indoors. These sites may not be temperature controlled.
• Exposure to loud sounds and distracting noise levels.
• Exposure to hazardous equipment.
• Exposure to contaminants.
• Shared workspaces with other employees.
• Requires handling objects of up to 50 lbs.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and bending.  
• Standing and/or walking for 8 to 12 or more hours per day (varies based on role, shift, and overtime).

Required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Required PPE provided by SEKISUI Aerospace based on the employee’s position and exposure.  Below are typical PPE used on the production floor.  Appropriate PPE must be worn by all employees when on the production floor.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

About Us

For over 30 years SEKISUI Aerospace has been designing, testing, and manufacturing composite products for the aerospace industry. With complete customer satisfaction as our focus and through the relentless efforts of our skilled employees, SEKISUI Aerospace has achieved and continues to maintain an unequaled level of performance.

Our consistent delivery of high-quality products demonstrates our intent, integrity, and dedication to our customers and to our reputation as a manufacturer. We will continue to insert intelligent automation into our manufacturing facilities, which will continue to drive the future of flight well into the next century.

 Learn more about us here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/about  

View all our job postings here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/careers

Pre-Employment Drug and Background Screenings

SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug-Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required.

Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SEKISUI Aerospace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

People with Disabilities

SEKISUI Aerospace is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the human resources department at the appropriate SEKISUI Aerospace manufacturing site.

Please call if you need accommodation.

Renton Operations, Corporate Headquarters: 425-235-2750

Sumner Operations: 253-863-7868

E-Verify Statement

SEKISUI Aerospace is a federal contractor and is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program. E-Verify allows us to confirm the employment authorization of newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process must be completed in conjunction with a new hire’s completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, within three days of starting employment. For information regarding E-Verify, visit the E-Verify site.

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet (ITAR) export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Pay

SEKISUI Aerospace is required by Washington law to include the pay for this role when hiring a Washington resident. Pay may be higher or lower for non-resident WA employees, based on the market data for their region, allowing us to pay employees competitively in different geographic markets. 

Please note that the pay rate shown above is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Our Values

The employees of SEKISUI Aerospace enjoy what we do and are dedicated to our seven corporate values. We promise to hold ourselves to these high standards and seek co-workers who are willing to join us in this task.