Immediately Hiring: Quality Engineer
Company: Dayton-Granger
Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
Full Time, Direct Hire, Great Work-Life Balance, Excellent Benefits, Relocation Assistance
_About Us:
_ Just 4 miles from Fort Lauderdale's sunny beaches, Dayton Granger, Inc designs, produces and supplies cutting edge avionics products in support of current and upcoming programs for commercial, general aviation and military customers world wide. With 81 years of extensive experience, DG provides stability to its employees while maintaining the comforts of a small company environment. ** _
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Responsibilities:
- Provide engineering support to manufacturing ensuring consistent application of quality techniques.
- Resolve quality issues of capability, tolerancing, and materials-related issues.
- Resolve quality issues by identifying problems, examining solution options, implementing action plans, and providing resources.
- Effectively communicate and reinforce DG's commitment to quality improvement efforts.
- Review and analyze process inspection results. Recommend changes to processes based on findings and perform follow-up to verify effectiveness.
- Coordinate and lead MRB functions in addition to internal audits.
- Participate and lead the development of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
- Develop and maintain sampling plans using attribute, variable, and sequential sampling methods.
- Facilitate and promote the use of appropriate problem-solving techniques for effective root cause analysis and successful corrective action.
- Apply appropriate statistical techniques to evaluate process control and capability.
- Determine and apply Measurement System Analysis (MSA) tools to ensure accurate data collection and measurement processes.
- Participate in weekly Engineering Review Board (ERB) meetings to review and approve all engineering design and process change requests.
- Coordinate with Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, and Production to resolve customer complaints and concerns in a timely manner.
- Perform duties in accordance with DG Quality Management System requirements and AS9100.
- Perform additional tasks assigned by management.
- Follow all DG safety procedures as per company policies and per the Facility Engineer/Safety Director.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or a related Engineering field.
- 3-10 years of experience as a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data to develop actionable conclusions and recommendations.
- Hands-on experience with quality inspection tools (e.g., CMMs, micrometers, calipers) and root cause analysis techniques (e.g., 5-Why, Fishbone diagrams).
- Experience developing and maintaining sampling plans using attribute, variable, and sequential sampling methods.
- Proficiency in quality management software and tools.
- Proven experience coordinating Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to collaborate across departments and levels of the organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Lean Six Sigma Certification.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., FAA, EASA).
- Previous hands-on experience implementing and maintaining AS9100-compliant processes in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
- Direct experience with Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
- Proven track record of establishing and tracking quality-related KPIs.
- Ability to mentor and train team members on quality processes and tools.
Benefits:
- Affordable comprehensive insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
- 401(k) match with immediate vesting.
- Complimentary Life Insurance Coverage with Option for Supplemental Coverage.
- PTO and Paid Holidays.
- Short Term and Long Term Disability.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Mental Health Benefits.
- Complimentary basic life insurance
- Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave.
- Excellent work-life balance.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
- Access to cutting-edge technology and resources.
- Length of Service/Milestone Anniversary Gifts.
- Team Building Activities.
- On-Site Gym.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
We are a multi-generational team with members representing a diversity of cultures, educational backgrounds, experience levels, and ideas all 'making it happen' from one location in beautiful, coastal South Florida. We are a well-established supplier providing cutting-edge products in support of long-term aerospace programs, while at the same time developing new products to meet the needs of new customers, programs, and up-and-coming markets.
Additionally, DG loves its employees! The average employee tenure is around 10 years. Length of service milestones are celebrated company-wide, and employees may make selections of anniversary gifts.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
This position requires the use of or access to information subject to the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR') or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR'). Accordingly, all applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of these regulations. Under ITAR, a U.S. person is defined as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or a person who is a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).