Collins Aerospace · 2 days ago
Senior Quality Engineer (Onsite)
Fort Worth, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$87K/yr - $165K/yr
5+ years expCollins Aerospace is redefining aerospace and is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to be a technical focal for all facets of the Quality Engineering discipline for Fort Worth Military Landing Gear. The role involves collaborating with various teams to monitor quality metrics, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with quality standards.
AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support the transformation of Military Landing Gear Quality by applying strong knowledge of Quality Engineering principles
Contribute to Quality Engineering activities across the assembly lifecycle, from design through delivery
Independently manage assigned tasks or projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality objectives are met
Apply Continuous Improvement and CORE methodologies to identify and resolve issues in manufacturing and quality processes
Investigate and support resolution of quality issues, including customer escapes, audit findings, and internal defects. Assist in implementing Corrective Action Plans
Participate in Root Cause Corrective and Preventive Action (RCCA/CAPA) processes. Support cross-functional teams in problem resolution and follow-up verification
Use Root Cause Analysis tools to investigate and resolve moderate complexity issues; assist in implementing mistake-proofing solutions
Assist in identifying improvement opportunities in quality processes, documentation, or inspection methods
Provide guidance on quality standards, specifications, and procedures within assigned scope
Review and provide input on engineering and manufacturing changes impacting quality
Maintain and improve quality documentation such as inspection plans, control plans, and work instructions to ensure alignment with engineering and production needs
Collect, analyze, and report on quality metrics (e.g., SRR, escapes, nonconformances) to support problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives
Support the planning and execution of product/process audits and follow-up actions, including corrective action verification
Collaborate with internal engineering teams and Program Management Teams (PMTs) to ensure quality is maintained throughout the product lifecycle
Design, build, and maintain dashboards and reports using Tableau, Power BI, Power Apps, or Qlik Sense to present key performance indicators (KPIs) and quality metrics
Perform statistical analysis to identify trends, root causes of quality issues, and areas for improvement
Develop and deliver leadership-level reports and visuals to support decision-making and strategic initiatives
Identify and help address key defect drivers to improve product and process quality
Foster a culture of proactive problem solving and risk awareness within the work area
Interact with customer quality representatives and DCMA as needed to support audits and inspections
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant standards, tools, and best practices in quality engineering
May provide guidance or mentorship to early-career engineers or technicians
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Experience with AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality management systems
Experience with participating root cause corrective action (RCCA) and applying quality methodologies and tools
Experience in Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement practices
Experience with data mining and analysis of large datasets
Experience participating in cross-functional projects and reporting Quality KPIs
Preferred
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
Proficiency in Excel, SAP, Solumina MES, and Tableau
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
Experience as a Data Analyst or similar role
Experience in data management and manipulation, including advanced SQL
Data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker, Power Applications)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!
Company
Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace is an RTX business.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-07-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Brad Haselhorst
Vice President and General Manager, Interior Products
Greg Gernhardt
VP Boeing Programs
Recent News
2025-04-10
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