Quality Engineering Technician

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value.

Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.

When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

Job Summary:

The Quality Engineering Technician is responsible to ensure the product and process meet agreed contractual requirements, by implementing, maintaining and monitoring quality plans for manufacturing of sand castings for the aerospace industry. Activities include process planning and validation, inspection and test methodology, control of nonconforming material, issue resolution and product acceptance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work directly with internal and external customers to verify all technical requirements and oversee the sand casting manufacturing processes.
• Perform contract review by interpreting engineering drawings and related technical documents.
• Work directly with external Customer’s requirements and programs - Product/Process approval and verification, measure and monitor process capability, participate in process improvement initiatives, and other program and part number specific requirements.
• Evaluate Customer claims, perform defect analysis and work with the different functions to facilitate Root Cause and Corrective Action using 8D methodology.
• Drive continuous process improvement to increase yield, and reduce costs of poor-quality (including scrap and rework).
• Participate in the development of failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) and associated control plans.
• Provide training to shop floor personnel and support functions as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Magellan Aerospace Glendale Management.

Skills / Knowledge  Experience Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing process/production floor support, in a Quality Engineering, Quality Technician or similar function.
• Knowledge or experience with AS9100 Quality System and/or Nadcap certified processes.
• Experience facilitating and performing effective root cause corrective actions, using 8D or similar methodology.
• Knowledge or experience with Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, and applying Geometric Dimension and Tolerance (GD&T)
• Experience in casting processes is highly preferred.

Other Skills/Abilities/Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Customer service focused.
• Attention to detail.
• Results driven.
• Ethical behavior.

Supervision / Direction Received:

• Quality Engineering Technician reports to the Quality Manager.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direction of Others:

• None

Working Conditions:

• Physical Effort – Minimal
• Physical Environment – Office and Shop floor

• Sensory Attention – Concentrated – Multiple Stimuli

Confidentiality

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

Magellan Aerospace is committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law)