Crane Aerospace & Electronics is seeking to hire a Senior Quality Manager for our Modular Power Solution in Lynnwood, WA.

The Senior Quality Manager reports to the Director of Quality, and will work closely with the Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Marketing, Quality and Administration departments.

Responsibilities:

• Interface with Customers on all Quality issues.
• Management, training and mentoring of SQE’s, QE’s and Quality Inspectors.
• Lead Problem Solving kaizen events.
• Reporting and Improvement of all Quality-related KPI’s.
• Coordinating the scheduling and performance of internal audits.
• Monitor and report status of non-conformities from internal and external audits.
• Prepare and present periodic Management Reviews of the Quality System to senior management.
• Ensure follow-up and closure of Preventive and Corrective Action Requests, as well as verification of effectiveness.
• Maintenance of Non-Conforming Material system, as well as collection and reporting of Costs of Poor Quality.
• Maintenance of ISO/AS Certifications and assessment interface with 3rd party Registrar.
• Ensuring that documentation and design controls are appropriate and effective for organization.
• Administering document control and configuration management system.
• Maintenance of the established calibration program.
• Assisting the management team and providing QA support as necessary throughout all program phases; proposal, contract review, development, prototype, first article, production, shipment, warranty returns.
• Maintaining Design History File.
• Responsible for Failure Analysis & Corrective Action Reporting System, (FRACAS).
• Responsible for investigation of; and formal response to all customer complaints (SCARS). Daily interface with customer quality representatives.
• Responsible for vendor selection and approval, as well as vendor quality rating, vendor corrective actions; and verification of incoming material functions.
• Establish and maintain product assurance standards, procedures and controls.
• Schedule and control inspection activities and to attain requirements as specified by product and package specifications, and regulatory agencies.
• Reviews contract documentation for completeness, accuracy and assures compliance.
• Support new product design and introduction.

Requirements:

• Requires technical Bachelor's Degree from accredited university.
• Seven (7) years of Quality Assurance or related experience in the electronics/aerospace/DOD industry in a management role. Ten (10) years’ Quality Assurance experience in the defense, space electronics, high end aerospace industry, or medical device industry
• Experience with electronics, microelectronic and power supplies and amplifiers is highly desirable.
• Proficient with International and Aerospace Quality System Standards regulations, including planning and implementation is critical. Certified ISO/AS Lead Assessor credentials a plus.
• Proficient with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Experience with quality manufacturing system and understanding of specifications, gage certification, capability analysis, data and defect analysis, variance reduction, etc. Formal training and certification in either or both a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and superior organizational abilities a must.
• Must possess strong team-building capabilities.
• Must possess quantitative analysis skills. Expertise with statistical analysis software (such as Minitab or Statistical) is highly desirable.
• PC-based computing experience essential. (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Eligibility Requirement: This position requires access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified ISO/AS lead assessor credentials
  
• MBA or Master's of Science in related field

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to missiles and unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

Salary range: $151,632 to $180,960. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and more. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.

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