Engineer, Quality - Repair & Overhaul
Engineer, Quality - Repair & Overhaul
Based in Yakima, WA, Triumph Actuation and Landing Gear designs, manufactures, assembles, tests, and provides MRO services for aerospace products and systems that include hydraulic actuators, hydraulic valves and manifolds, hydraulic fuses, and repeatable release holdback bars and employs more than 240 employees.Triumph Actuation Products and Services - Yakima is an industry leader in landing gear actuation, providing actuation components to every major aircraft manufacturer. Triumph Actuation Products and Services - Yakima is also the sole supplier of the critical repeatable release holdback bars used for launching US Navy fighter jets from aircraft carriers. TRIUMPH has provided every holdback bar since the F-14.
Yakima, Washington, is a vibrant city nestled in the heart of the state. Known for its rich cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and thriving agricultural industry, Yakima offers a unique blend of urban amenities and outdoor adventures. With its thriving wine industry, stunning scenic drives, and rich Native American heritage, Yakima invites visitors to immerse themselves in its diverse offerings and welcoming community, blending tradition with modern innovation.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
• Manage 145 FAA, EASA, CAAC and UK CAA Quality Management systems (QMS).
• Manage AS9110 MRO QMS.
• Act as the key Quality interface between Triumph Yakima and assigned customer by assuring that customer needs are clearly communicated, understood, and adhered to.
• Review End Item Data Packages (EIDP).
• Manufacturing Planning Review.
• Facilitate the development, institution, verification, and communication of zero defect plans internally and to customers.
• Act as key Quality voice for interactions with Customer / Supplier / Quality representatives.
• Daily collaboration with cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, manufacturing, and inspection to ensure high quality product is delivered to our customers.
• Understand and analyze complex problems and act as the facilitator for leading cross functional teams for customer required RCCAs and MRB submissions.
• Effectively communicate technical issues, solutions, ideas and concepts to a diverse audience including Program Managers, Customers, and Senior Leadership.
• Ensure proper escalation of customer issues as required.
• Support daily material review board dispositions in support of customer concession submissions.
• Use data analytics for products/processes to investigate/ generate nonconformance history, trends, and establish PDCAs to reduce defects.
• Conduct product/process audits and directly support the development of the Quality Management System.
• Facilitate any on-site customer visits and/or audits.
• Plan, coordinate & administer the Audit & Training programs.
• Oversee the Quality Control Department.
• Interact directly with the final inspection department and conduct inspections as required with inspection equipment.
• Customer requested investigations & failure analysis reporting.
• Maintain & report all Quality metrics.
• Participate in program and quality assurance reviews.
• Develop APQP (FAIR/PPAP/FMEA/Control Plan) in support of new program launches and develop inspection plans to ensure adherence to customer specifications.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent required.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering / Aviation related from an accredited university or college preferred but not required.
• Certification in Quality Engineering (CQE) or a Quality Auditor (CQA) desired.
• 5+ years experience in Quality Assurance required, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Self-motivated individual who can work with minimal direction.
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to successfully collaborate across organizations and functions.
Position Salary Range: $92,600 - $138,800/Annual. Hiring range and position pay range may differ, commensurate with education, qualifications, and experience.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)
- Healthcare spending accounts
- Paid parental leave
- Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Disability and life insurance
- Incentives and performance-based rewards
- Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Triumph Group and all its divisions and subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. Triumph Group provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should [email protected] request assistance. Include the title of the position and location in the subject line of your email so we may direct your email to the appropriate person. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
"An Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans" We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pursuant to International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”), applicants for SELECT positions will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status in order to meet the minimum qualifications for those select positions. All inquiries related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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