Sr. Production Quality Engineer
Job DescriptionProtecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology.Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world's most complex environments.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries-driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare-safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.Nationality RequirementsDue to the nature of the programs we support, certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.Position SummaryDesigns and executes the control plan, audits to ensure that control plans are being followed, and ensures containment and corrective action in the event of non-conformance. May coach and develop Quality Technician and Manufacturing Engineers on best practice.Job DescriptionCoordinates report outs of the data analysis for projects, and product lines. Includes customer line and field analysis, corrective action effectiveness, and overall internal quality metrics effectiveness. Designs the internal standards to be followed by the Quality Technician and Manufacturing Engineers. Reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of the quality planning for continuous improvement. Evaluates the root cause corrective action requirements and assigns appropriate internal personnel and external experts as needed. Facilitates training, corrective action process review, is typically the corrective action leader and the single point of contact to the customer for corrective action. Ensures all customer quality requirements are integrated into the QMS and communicates to management when gaps exist in meeting those requirements. Provides an overview of the customer quality requirements.Essential Duties and Responsibilities\nEnsure statistical confidence by identifying sample size and acceptable error when screening for non-conforming product.\nWorks with individual programs to monitor or analyze product assembly quality data and help correct quality issues.\nPerforms analysis on returned product and provides feedback to engineering to better improve the process\nEnsure Work instructions and Processes meet AS9100/ISO 9001 requirements.\nEnsure the products & product work instructions are within customer quality systems specifications\nDevelop new approaches to problem solving identified during quality assurance activities.\nServe as a quality assurance resource to supervisor(s) and manufacturing engineers for problem identification, resolution, loss reporting and continuous improvement.\nReport to programs on quality issues, trends and losses.\nPerforms in-process quality monitoring of factory assembly lines and engineering assembly labs.\nRepresent quality at program meetings.\nMaterial Review Board member\n\nRequired Skills:\nBachelor's Degree (preferred) in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, Technology or Quality Assurance with 6+ years of experience in a Quality role in a manufacturing environment or a Master's degree.\nMust be willing to travel occasionally (<5%) to our customers.\nAbility to obtain a US Government security clearance. Security clearances are granted to U.S. citizens.\n\nDesired Skills:\nHave a passion for quality and prevention (doing it right the first time).\nKnowledge of QMS ISO 9001 or AS 9100.\nExperience in performing First Article Inspections (FAIs)\nMust have strong computer skills and be especially proficient in MS Office.\nHave excellent communication skills.\nSix Sigma certification, Lean certification, Statistical Process Control (SPC), FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), Control Plans and / or American Society for Quality (ASQ) certifications\nExperience with Six Sigma methodology and tools such as lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.\nGeneral knowledge of industry technical standards (such as ANSI, IPC, J-Standard, ASTM, etc.)\n\nPhysical Requirements:\nRequires at times to work long hours including overtime.\nWill require some travel for personal training and customer visits.\nNormal color vision and physical dexterity\nExpected Compensation: The expected compensation range for this role is $105,000-125,000.Please note this represents the expected range Ultra Maritime reasonably expects to pay. Ultra Maritime considers multiple factors when determining final compensation, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, a candidate's relevant experience and education, certifications and training, as well as current business and market conditions.#MAR#LI-kp1#LI-onsiteExpected Compensation: The expected compensation range for this role is$109,616.00 - $136,968.00. Please note this represents the expected range. Ultra Maritime considers multiple factors when determining final compensation, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, a candidate's relevant experience and education, certifications and training, as well as current business and market conditions.What Ultra Maritime Offers YouAt Ultra Maritime, we invest in our employees and their well-being:\nClimate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment!\nWork/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year\n8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays\n401k Plan with Company Match\nEducational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)\nWellness Program and incentives\nCompany HSA contributions\nInsurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire\nEligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually\nAdditional Employee Discounts and Perks\n\nCompany-Paid Benefits:\n$75 monthly student loan repayment program\nBasic Life Insurance\nBasic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance\nShort Term Disability\nLong Term Disability\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\n\nVoluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:\nMedical and Prescription insurance\nDental insurance\nVision insurance\nSupplemental Life Insurance Plans\nSupplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family\nAccident Plan\nCritical Illness Plan\nHospital Indemnity Plan\nPet Insurance\nIdentity Theft\n\nReasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [email protected]Equal Opportunity EmployerUltra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair, respectful, and inclusive, and we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.As a U.S. defense contractor, Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity, compliance, and security.We operate a drug-free workplace and, where permitted by law, may conduct pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse screening based on role requirements.Company: Ultra Maritime#MAR