Quality Engineer

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment, and interiors), defense, and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable, and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 83,000 employees and sales of 19 billion euros in 2022 and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.

Safran Aircraft Engines designs, produces, and sells, alone or in partnership, commercial and military aircraft engines offering world-class performance. Through CFM International*, Safran Aircraft Engines is the world's leading supplier of engines for single-aisle mainline commercial jets. Safran Aerospace Composites in Rochester, NH is dedicated to the production of 3D woven composite parts, made using the RTM (resin transfer molding) process. The first application of this technology is the production of blades and fan cases for the LEAP (registered trademark) engine, developed by CFM International, designed to power the next generation of single-aisle aircraft. This technology creates less noise and decreases fuel consumption for aircraft engines, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions. We do this with energy, passion, and curiosity, and we're backed by our rich heritage and culture of innovation. *CFM International is a 50/50 joint company between Safran Aircraft Engines and GE.

Safran ranks among Forbes magazine's Top 30 best employers in the world.

Position Summary:

We're looking for exceptional talent to join our Quality Department; a dedicated and honest-minded professional who likes to provide practical solutions. This position reports directly to the Quality Manager. Our Quality Team focuses on auditing, calibrating, datamining, and the problem solving of processes and products. As the QA Engineer, you will interact regularly with suppliers, manufacturing, engineering, and customers to establish, document, evaluate, and disposition product and process performance in accordance with AS9100, internal, and customer requirements.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential Functions):

1. Determine product and process data to be collected; collect and use appropriate statistical tools to analyze data and recommend process improvements.
2. Develop, implement and maintain processes and procedures for inspection, testing, and evaluating products.
3. Responsible for the management of the non-conformities and actively work at reducing
4. *Prepare process and product qualification and compliance documentation for customer approval in accordance with internal and customer requirements.
5. *Maintain assigned products and processes in compliance with all established internal and customer requirements.
6. *Lead and participate in FMEA, DoE, MSA and 8D activities.
7. *Maintain assigned QMS systems (e.g. calibration, audits, document control, CAPA) for assigned products and processes.
8. Prepare and present reports internally, and to the customer, on process and product status and improvement activities.
9. Conduct appropriate Supplier, QMS, product, and process audits.
10. Participate in developing, deploying, and improving Safran Aerospace Composites' AS9100-compliant QMS

Job Specifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in appropriate science, engineering, or engineering technology field or three 3+ years of manufacturing experience as a manufacturing engineer, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
2. Experience with lean manufacturing and/or 6 Sigma techniques.
3. Experience in leading FMEAs, DoEs, 8Ds, and analyzing results.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Visio.
5. Proficiency in SPC methodologies and statistical analysis software, e.g. Minitab, JMP.
6. Extensive experience with AS9100 or ISO 9001 implementation and auditing.
7. Working knowledge of MSA techniques.
8. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

1. Lighting and temperature are adequate.
2. Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
3. Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts

Candidates for positions with Safran Aerospace Composites must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected characteristics under applicable state or federal laws.