Back Returning Candidate? Log back in! Quality Engineer Location US-CO-Englewood ID 2025-7650 Category Safety and Security Position Type Regular Full-Time Remote No Location US-CO-Englewood Overview

Job Summary

The Quality Engineer (QE) is responsible for maintaining the highest level of quality within the organization. The QE will facilitate organizational compliance with all quality policies and procedures, as well as ensure materials and products comply with applicable regulations, specifications, and customer requirements.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:  

Supplier Quality

Monitor supply chain KPI’s, including Supplier OTD (Past due), product defects (NCR), and wasteCommunicate engineering and manufacturing specifications to supplier technical teamsServe as back-up to the Supplier Quality Engineer in managing problem solving and root cause analysis activities with suppliers to eliminate recurrence of non‐conforming productServe as back-up to the Supplier Quality Engineer to resolve supplier technical issues in a timely manner to ensure continuity of supplyServe as back-up to the Supplier Quality Engineer with supplier performance improvement projects to increase supplier capability; projects may include process/workflow analysis, value stream mapping, process capability and throughput analysis, 5S and Kaizen events

Management Review

Perform quality and performance data analysis; provide to management team to support Business/Management Review meetingsDocument minutes during Business/Management Review Meetings

Corrective/Preventive Action

Lead activities with stakeholders for root cause analysis, FMEA, and other quality and risk management tools to investigate trends and develop corrective and preventive action plansDocument minutes for the CAPA meetingsPerform audits to verify implementation and effectiveness of corrective and preventive action plansReview and audit procedures, and performs internal Quality System and quality assurance audits to ensure actions taken are effective while maintaining continued compliance with applicable regulations and standards (ISO9001/AS9100, FAA, DOD)

Quality Systems Audits

Lead Quality Systems audits (e.g., escorting auditors)Audit internal processes and procedures to establish compliance to current, applicable requirements

Document Control

Guide operational departments as needed with technical writing & approvals of QMS documents (e.g., procedures, work instructions, forms)

Training

Provide education and guidance as needed to management and staff for Quality Systems processes, quality assurance activities, and compliance with applicable regulations and standardsConduct new hire and ongoing Quality Systems training (ISO9001/AS9100)

Additional Job Requirements

Regular scheduled attendanceIndicate the percentage of time spent traveling < 5%

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position.  All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.           

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Education & Experience

Associate's degree in a technical field; or 2 years related experience and/or training in manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experienceBS in management, technical, or related field, or demonstrated relevant and equivalent industry experience preferredMinimum 3-5 years related experience in a quality systems or continuous improvement related capacityStrong knowledge and understanding of FAA conformity/airworthiness regulations and procedures a plusQuality/supplier auditing experience a plusPrevious management experience a plus

Skills

Must have excellent organization skills and be able to work multiple projects simultaneouslyStrong interpersonal skills and a high degree of collaboration at all levelsStrong business acumen with the ability to understand business situations, strategies, theory, processes, management, budgeting, and operationsDemonstrates high critical thinking and reasoning skills and strong attention to detail while working in a fast-paced environment that requires ability to prioritize and multi-taskExcellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal

Computer Skills

Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, Access, and Share PointPrevious experience with database/software configuration 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

ASQ-CQA PreferredSix Sigma Quality Certification a plus

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Minimum pay USD $61,225.00/Yr. Maximum Pay USD $91,875.00/Yr. Benefits

For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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