Quality Engineer

For more than 60 years, DDC has been recognized as a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-reliability Connectivity, Power, and Control solutions for the Aerospace, Defense, and Space industries. Our dedication to supplying quality products, on-time delivery, and superior support, has contributed to the success of our customers and the critical missions they serve.This position is 100% onsite at our Bohemia, NY office.The compensation for this role will be $70,000 to $105,000 annually.This position requires a U.S Person or a person who can qualify for a Department of State or Department of Commerce License.Position SummaryThe Quality Assurance Engineer supports product quality and compliance across Manufacturing, Engineering, Product Development, Procurement, and Product Assurance. This role assists with quality planning, audits, root cause analysis, and corrective actions to ensure timely delivery of reliable, cost-effective products. The QA Engineer also works closely with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers while gaining exposure to product qualification, testing, and inspections.Key Position Accountabilities:Responsible for Product Assurance Conformance and Compliance requirements, as defined by the DDC Quality Management System (QMS)Provide day-to-day Quality Assurance Engineering support to all areas of the company (Manufacturing, Engineering, Product Development, Procurement, and Product Assurance). This includes the timely resolution of production issues in an effort to support the on-time and cost-efficient shipment of quality productsMaintain, improve, and create quality control procedures. Ensure that performance and quality products conform to established company and regulatory standards, are properly documented to assure uniformity, and communicated to appropriate partiesResolve quality issues/discrepancies to full resolution. This includes, but not limited to, continuous improvement, cross-functional teams, and collaboration with suppliers, colleagues, and customersResponsible for understanding customer performance/quality requirements, measuring our performance against these requirements, and communicating the results to all appropriate partiesPerform internal audits of department processes and procedures, IAW AS9100 & MIL-PRF-38534Analyze and investigate the root cause of non-conforming product deficiencies. This encompasses generating and analyzing failure analysis reports, review of parts, manufacturing processes, RMAs, materials issues, development of disposition, corrective and preventative actions, and verification of their effectivenessReview specification control drawings and generate quality plans (Product Assurance Plan)Assist Incoming Inspection with material disposition and Material Review Reports, via the Material Review BoardAssist In-Process & Final Inspection with product disposition and Inspection Discrepancy ReportsReview and disposition engineering change notices, manufacturing processes, and SOP’s to ensure compliancePlan, monitor, and report on product qualification testing per stakeholder specificationsContribute technical input, as well as material and labor cost estimates in support of both tactical and strategic business opportunities and proposalsSupport customer Source Inspections at DDCAttend Source Inspections, Audits, and Conferences at vendor and customer sites to support the missionTravel ˜ 10%Job Qualifications - Education/ExperienceA Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Applied Sciences is preferredSix Sigma Certification (e.g. CSSGB, or comparable) is preferred3 years of related experience (Manufacturing, Industrial, etc.) is preferredKnowledge of AS9100, MIL-PRF-38534, MIL-STD-883, and IPC-A-610 is preferredDemonstrated ability to develop, analyze, articulate and present technical information in both written and verbal formsDemonstrated ability to develop excellent working relationships with management, customers, and vendorsExcellent time management skillsWork Environment:This position requires access to a cleanroom environment. In order to promote an environment with a low level of airborne environmental pollutants employees must at all times adhere to company procedures.The cleanroom area is accessed via an air shower wearing an ESD lab coat and hair netThis job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the ADA) expected of the incumbent. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice as required.Data Device Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all persons in all facets of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.