Company Information:
Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube.
Fueled by more than 800 talented employees and a proud 65-year legacy of night vision production excellence, Elbit America’s Warfighter Systems business is rooted in the heart of Virginia’s Roanoke Valley. Surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you’ll find a unique blend of southern hospitality, outdoor adventure, and the energy of a thriving city – all alongside a purpose you can be proud of coming to work each day.
As a world leader in low-light sensor technology, the Warfighter Systems team is engineering the future of image intensifiers and night vision goggle systems as we enter a new era of the networked battlespace. Trusted by the U.S. and nearly 100 allied countries, our technology provides support to those in harm's way during the most critical moments with one goal in mind: bring them home safely.
The work our employees perform each day plays a direct role in national security, and our shared purpose is what truly makes Warfighter Systems so extraordinary. Come join our collaborative team where each voice is valued in a setting where you can thrive, develop, and make a true impact!
Job Summary:
The Quality Engineer is responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining an integral, efficient, and cost-effective company program to assure the quality of materials purchased, processed, manufactured, and/or distributed. Ensures customer acceptance and satisfaction of all repaired or manufactured products.
Responsibilities and Tasks:
- Assist in developing and establishing Quality Assurance programs to provide and maintain the highest quality levels for an assigned project, product, or area.
- Conduct audits to evaluate operating characteristics of products or processes.
- Evaluate data and prepare reports and summaries outlining results and recommend revisions or modifications to the product or process to maintain or improve product quality.
- Assist in complete failure analysis investigations to determine the root cause and take appropriate corrective action to revise design, methods, and inspection/test instructions to prevent failure recurrence.
- Devise and implement methods, Key Process Indicators (KPI), and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of assigned products or production equipment.
- Maintain the Material Review Board and Warranty Evaluation processes.
- Drive our zero-defect mindset culture into the organization.
- Direct supplier improvement programs and maintain an appropriate supplier rating system, inclusive of necessary controls to assure optimization of operations as well as compliance with government requirements with regard to subcontract/supplier controls.
- Establish computerized data systems for quality and reliability to optimize defect analysis and corrective action activities to meet company objectives and customer requirements.
- Keep abreast of technologies and evaluate new ideas and current developments in the fields of quality assurance and control, test, and inspection.
- Recommend and implement new applications to improve quality standards and procedures.
- Promote satisfactory employee relations and adherence to company policy and procedures.
Education, Experience & License or Certification:
- Must have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
- Must have 2-4 years of Quality Engineering experience
- Lean Six Sigma experience
- Preferred:
- A bachelor's degree in engineering and 5+ years related experience to be proficient in the above areas or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Black Belt certification
- FAA experience or designations (A&P, AI, DMIR, DER, DAR)
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
- Certified ISO9001 Auditor
- Minitab or advanced Excel proficiency
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Why Roanoke, Virginia?
- Lower cost of living
- Family-friendly area
- Career and economic growth
- Scenic beauty
- Outdoor enthusiast’s dream
Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:
- Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
- Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
- Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
- Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
- Flexible Vacation & PTO
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous Employee Referral Program
- Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
- Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The salary range listed for this position reflects the anticipated base pay range for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, business needs, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation may vary in different locations based on market conditions and cost-of-labor considerations.
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