Quality Engineer

About the role

Raytheon Vision Systems (RVS) is seeking a Quality Engineer (SQE) to provide technical and strategic support to all programs at RVS supporting our factory located in Goleta, CA. This is an onsite position in Goleta, CA.

Responsibilities

• Implement Quality Engineering responsibilities as a member of the Mission Assurance Integrated Product Team (MAIPT).
• Work independently and be able to travel domestically up to 15% of the time.
• Be the point of contact (POC) for Mission Assurance responsible for ensuring our suppliers fully understand the technical and quality requirements.
• Lead corrective action request (CAR) and continuous improvement activities with an emphasis on 8D, Six Sigma, Lean practices and other critical thinking improvement methods and resources.
• Ensure Quality Engineering engagement in program development, design, test requirements and verification, including the transition of design to production.
• Support relationships with key suppliers to make sure that compliant materials are delivered to RVS according to schedule.
• Support incoming inspection teams and provide technical guidance to suppliers to drive continuous improvement in RVS supply chain capabilities.
• Collaborate with RVS engineering and manufacturing to acquire in-depth understanding of the technical and quality requirements of our products/components.
• Maintain positive relationships with program administration, cross-functional program stakeholders, suppliers, customers, and government representatives.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years related professional engineering experience.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems AS9100 or ISO9001.
• Experience with Root Cause & Corrective Action methodology (RCCA, 8D, 5WHYs).
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Experience using Six-Sigma tools (PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, PARETO chart).
• Experience with statistical and metrics software (e.g., Minitab).
• AS9102 First Article experience.
• Infrared industry, semiconductor processing or DoD industry experience.
• Strong technical background combined with solid engineering and high-tech manufacturing experience.
• Experience executing and supporting PPAP, SCAR and Continuous Improvement projects.
• Demonstrated experience with Statistical Process Controls (SPC) & Rolled Throughput Process data capture.
• Experience reading and understanding mechanical, material & electrical drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5.
• Experience with inspection and quality disposition of electronics, materials (ceramics & substrates) & mechanical components.
• Experience collaborating with program team members to develop practical solutions to complex problems.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

What We Offer

• Total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits;
• career development and recognition programs.