Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens.

Responsible for leading and performing internal audits as required by quality system and some customer systems; audits suppliers when required; and supports outside auditors when on location; supports the maintenance of the quality management system; tracks vendor history; performs failure analysis

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Quality Engineer:
Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

• Leads and performs all internal audits.
• Audits suppliers and supports outside auditors.
• Works with Quality Manager to support the maintenance of quality management system, recommending system improvements and updates to better meet customer requirements.
• Analyzes and disposes of deficient materials.
• Maintains corrective action requests (external and internal) and statistical process control systems.
• Performs internal failure analysis and for customers upon request.
• Prepares and reviews failure analysis reports, material rejection notices, etc. and makes recommendations for disposition.
• Tracks vendor history program and plan.
• Completes and maintains various paperwork required for job assignments.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree and three to five years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, drawings and technical descriptions.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Database software, word processing software, and Internet software.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; patience; problem solving skills; attention to detail; organization skills; accuracy; time management; basic math skills.
• Basic knowledge of electricity and electronics; some technical writing ability.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Cherokee Nation Aerospace & Defense (CAD) provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills.

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