Component Quality Engineer II at The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory

Overview:Draper is an independent nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge MA. The 2000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper visit .Job Description Summary:Are you the kind of person who likes to be the critical link In this role you will work with engineering to ensure parts meet the required quality standards and specifications. Were looking for Engineers who know their way around components and supply and who want to help build technology that supports national defense and electronic systems. As a Component Quality Engineer II you will be responsible for the programmatic oversight and guidance to the selection development evaluation qualification production and procurement of electronic parts. What Youll Do:Develop and revise foundational program documentation (such as Parts Management Plan Device Evaluation Testing Plan Qualification Plan Lot Acceptance etc.)Identify key deliverables and dependencies identify risks and opportunities ensure plans are in place to meet program milestones and make needed technical and quality related decisionsIndependently drive solutions to complex problems - develop requirements propose ways forward when requirements are unclear or incomplete and adapt appropriately to changes in requirementsEstablish and maintain process for a common parts libraryInterface and coordinate decisions from various stakeholders including but not limited to designers component engineers procurement agencies to assess enabling technologies and the selection of parts.Maintain the Approved Parts List and associated interface with Design Environment InfrastructureCoordinate Supply Chain Management requirements including Program ProtectionContribute to the development of Procurement Plans/StrategiesContribute to the establishment of supplier quality requirements and conduct supplier evaluations and supply chain risk management assessments Contribute to establishment of part specification requirements and associated templatesDefine prototype acceptance requirements production quality levels production traceability requirements production acceptance approach What You Bring:Experience working with electronic parts circuit card assemblies radiation hardened testing and parts acceptance requirements.Experience working with evolving requirements involving cross-functional stakeholders.Ability to work independentlyStrong organizational skills and attention to detailExcellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlinesAbility to prioritize tasksStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsGood interpersonal skills to communicate clearlyExcellent written and oral communication skillsJob Description:Duties/Responsibilities Provide technical assistance and support to customers suppliers and employees in resolving issues. Assist in the improvement of manufacturing process and product efficiency to reduce nonconforming products. Ensures products meet the organizations and customers quality and product integrity requirements. Supports product development or operations team by providing analysis and expertise throughout the inspection process. Participates in a cross function team in the determination of root cause of failures. Identifies when failure analysis is necessary along with providing recommendations of the corrective measures. Analyzes data to identify trends in product quality or defects with the goal of mitigating and preventing recurrence and future defects. Performs other duties as assigned.Skills/Abilities Ability to work on cross functional teams Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles Familiarity with Quality Standards ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100. Expert knowledge and skills in process integration. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines. Ability to prioritize tasks. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Good interpersonal skills to communicate clearly. Excellent written and oral communication skills.EducationRequires a bachelor of Science degree an Engineering discipline.ExperienceRequires 3-5 years experience in quality engineering or other engineering role.Additional Job Description:This position will require the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD security clearance. Onsite in Cambridge MA.Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you dont find the right posting in our Career Opportunities you may submit your resume for future consideration.Job Location - City:CambridgeJob Location - State:MassachusettsJob Location - Postal Code:02139-3563The US base salary range for this full-time position is$75000.00 - $150000.00Our salary ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreements approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only and does not include bonuses or benefits.Our work is very important to us but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga health and finance workshops off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you apply now is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation national origin veteran status or genetic information. Draper 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 please contact . Key Skills APQP,Quality Assurance,Six Sigma,ISO 9001,PPAP,Minitab,Root cause Analysis,ISO 13485,Quality Systems,Quality Management,As9100,Manufacturing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 75000 - 150000