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Quality Engineer

Whippany Actuation Systems is looking for an enthusiastic Quality Engineer who will act as an extension of the Quality Management System to ensure that all products and services are designed and produced in accordance with all established quality requirements and who is committed to exceeding customer expectations. This position provides the opportunity to be involved in all areas of the organization, establish relationships with our large customers and suppliers, grow professionally and have a direct influence on the success of the department and company.

Whippany Actuation Systems is a dynamic aerospace company that designs and manufactures electromechanical actuators and control electronics for commercial and military applications. We believe that our success over the last 75 years can be credited to the hard-work and dedication of our employees. To support our employees, we offer a variety of benefit options so they can choose the coverage based on what is important to their unique lifestyle. These include medical, dental, vision, ID protection, legal insurance, pet insurance, and a robust employee assistance program. In addition, we provide benefits to assist you in planning for your future and providing for your family, including 401K with immediate company match, life insurance, AD&D coverage, and short- and long-term disability benefits.

In this role, you would typically:

• Ensures product quality through the continuous improvement of processes, products, and personnel while enforcing compliance with all documented Quality Management System procedures and processes
• Acts with the delegated authority of the Quality Management System and serves as a regulatory and quality process expert when supporting projects, meetings, and conference calls
• Maintains and updates the Quality Management System database and all associated records, documentation, procedures, and forms
• Generates, reviews, and archives First Article Inspection reports
• Executes and facilitates the timely review and disposition of non-conforming material
• Assembles cross-functional teams and provides leadership and guidance during Root Cause/Corrective Action and Quality Assurance investigations
• Performs trend analysis to identify and eliminate recurring defects and non-conformances
• Issues, tracks, and maintains status of Corrective Action Requests from issuance to closure
• Leads and organizes customer, regulatory, supplier, internal, process assurance, and third party registrar audits, visits, and source inspections
• Generates, reports, and presents pertinent quality metrics, presentations, and contractual deliverables
• Actively and openly communicates with both internal and external customers to convey the status of product returns and quality investigations while developing and maintaining positive business relationships

We Require:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or other technical discipline from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years' experience a Quality role in a highly regulated environment).
• Prior experience within a highly regulated environment performing Quality Assurance functions with progressively increasing responsibilities or Quality Engineering functions
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• Authorization to work in the United States

Eligibility Requirements:

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Whippany Actuation Systems will require proof of status before employment.

Desired Characteristics:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited college or university strongly preferred
• At least 3 years of experience performing Quality Engineering functions within a highly regulated environment
• Experience in an aerospace Manufacturing/Repair and Overhaul operation with certification to AS9100, AS9110, and/or ISO9001
• Trained AS9100 Internal Auditor
• Knowledge of basic electromechanical actuator functionality
• Practical experience with supplier management/development
• Familiarity with interpreting blueprint dimensions and requirements, including familiarity with GD&T
• Working knowledge of DO178 and DO254 standard requirements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively multitask
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to adjust work schedule and availability to meet business and customer needs

Physical Requirements:

• Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions
• Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable
• Requires repetitive movement
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods

For more information and to apply, please visit our website @ www.whipactsys.com/careers

Our Commitment:

Whippany Actuation Systems is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including p regnancy), gender identity or expression, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or any other non-merit factor.

Individuals who have a disability and would like to request an accommodation with regard to the application and selection process (i.e. the online application or interviews) or have questions regarding our website accessibility, may call 973-560-6662.

Whippany Actuation Systems is an EqualOpportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteranstatus or other characteristics protected by law.

Individuals who have a disability and would like to request an accommodation with regard to the application and selection process (i.e. the online application or interviews) or have questions regarding our website accessibility, may call 973-560-6662.