Quality Test Engineer

Job Description

Job Summary

The Quality Test Engineer is responsible for planning, conducting, and documenting destructive and non-destructive tests aimed at evaluating product performance and conformance to internal and external customer requirements. The Quality Test Engineer will collaborate with the various Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to implement and execute test methods and procedures that accurately reflect the effectiveness of various manufacturing processes and materials. The Quality Test Engineer will analyze test data and generate reports for IPTs to drive process improvement initiatives and eliminate testing failures.

Essential Job Functions

· Plan, design, and execute destructive and non-destructive tests for Nammo Perry’s products

· Develop and implement test procedures and protocols to ensure compliance with both internal and external safety and quality standards

· Work closely with cross-functional teams including manufacturing engineers, manufacturing quality engineers, design teams, and production to ensure proper test execution

· Analyze test data and generate detailed reports, providing clear and actionable insights to improve quality of the product

· Troubleshoot and resolve issues during the testing, ensuring that all problems are addressed in a timely manner and in accordance with product specifications

· Maintain test equipment, tools, and facilities ensuring proper calibration and functionality

· Provide technical support and expertise for both internal and customer inquiries related to test results and product performance

· Champion the continuous improvement of testing procedures and equipment

· Investigate internal and external quality concerns and work with cross functional teams to determine root cause and implement permanent corrective actions

· Inspect and review lot manufacturing and quality records for completeness and correctness

· Perform radiographic inspections as required for testing articles (training will be provided). Serve as backup for Nammo Perry’s radiographic inspection technician once training is achieved

· Conduct frequent process spot audits with the testing team

· Market testing capabilities for future business and products

· Travel to witness testing that is performed off-site

· Ensures the testing activities are performed in compliance with the Quality Management System requirements

· Strictly adhere to all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities, and sound judgement coupled with effective decision making skills

· Passion for problem solving and continuous improvement

· Ability to drive Containment, Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions in a cross-functional team environment

· Knowledge and experience with a variety of Lean tools such as, Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, Daily Visual Management, 5S, 5Whys, Fishbone, Fault Tree Analysis, Problem Solving Process, and Visual Project Management

· Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting challenging deadlines

· Capability of delivering results in a high paced and constantly changing environment.

· Excellent attention to detail and follow up

· Strong work ethic, and self-motivated with the ability to work independently or in a team atmosphere

Minimum Qualifications

· BS Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, Materials) or similar

· Good understanding of statistics, with particular emphasis on process control, sample selection and measurement systems

· Strong oral and written communication skills

· Good organization and project time management skills

· Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Power Point and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

· Demonstrated experience as a Quality Engineer in the Defense Industry working in ordnance and use of energetic materials, powders/propellants.

· Experience with measurement equipment

· Experience with AS9100 / ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems, corrective and preventative action, contract data items, NDT, MIL-STD-1916, and MIL-STD-1168

· Six Sigma Green belt certification or higher

· Experience with statistical analysis software such as Minitab

· Experience with PFMEAs, PLVs and SPC

· ASQ Certification, CQE/Quality Auditor

Training:

· Safety Orientation

· First Aid/CPR

· Hazcom/Right to Know/RCRA Awareness

· Annual Drug and Alcohol Awareness

· Annual Ethics Refresher

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job- related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities required. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Full-time