SR QLTY & RELIABILITY ENGINEER

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

The Aerospace, Defense and Marine (AD&M) business unit of TE is part of the Industrial Solutions segment and is a world leader in the design of components and electrical interconnection solutions that are used for applications in extreme and rigorous environments. These interconnection solutions make possible applications of avionics, jet and propulsion engine management, flight controls, grounding systems and onboard entertainment (EAB) for today's "connected aircraft". This capability is extended to military, marine, aviation, space, land, and drone vehicles, as well as oil and gas exploration of open-ocean deposits. TE offers solutions for enhanced connectivity that work and resist in the most extreme environments on Earth, from the deepest oceans to the ends of space.

We are currently seeking a QLTY & RELIABILITY ENGINEER to join the team located within our manufacturing facility, within Hauppauge NY. This is an opportunity to join a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about ensuring the future growth of the business and emphasize TE's core values of integrity, innovation, accountability, and teamwork.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Support quality function and deliverables across multiple legacy projects within Hauppauge working with the engineering, manufacturing, procurement and quality teams ensuring the design and manufacturing processes are fully aligned to deliver a standardized process every time.
• Evaluation of customer quality requirements.
• Interface with customers, internal manufacturing sites and suppliers as required to address and resolve issues as they arise, implementing RCCA methodology.
• Coordination with other core project functions by providing input for project analysis, feasibility studies, reviews, as well providing quality deliverables in line with APQP tools.
• Lead and participate with Product and Manufacturing Engineers and Technicians in the resolution of issues using failure analysis (Ishikawa, 5 Why, 8D).
• Develop and apply workmanship standards in the inspection of components and assemblies to assess acceptability.
• Read and review engineering drawings interpreting geometric tolerancing and develop the corresponding quality inspection plans (QIP) for components and assemblies.
• Ensure and review all critical characteristics are identified on drawings and flow through all quality control documentation.
• Assess and identify specific gaging requirements and work with relevant internal quality team & suppliers to have gages designed, built, and calibrated.
• Read and interpret quality specifications and requirements.
• Manipulate data using programs such as Minitab or JMP.
• Analysis of quality and process data (ppm, scrap, Pareto, CPK, COPQ etc.)
• Capability to facilitate and lead Cross Functional Teams in design and process FMEA's.
• Continual updating of FMEA's and preparation of Control plans and Quality Inspection plans in case of quality issues, tool, and processes transfers.
• Evaluation of quality related deviations during the First Article Inspection(FAI) process, including supplier deviation, escalation, definition, implementation, and execution of corrective actions.
• Support development and implementation both general and quality related standards, procedures inside the TE organisation and training of these requirements.
• Support roll-out and execution of standard tools: FMEA, CONTROL PLANS, QIP, FAI PPAP & Lessons Learned Data.
• Use data driven decisions for continuous improvement.
• Prepare and report out on quality metrics to local site and staff.
• Learn and lead the incorporation of the AS9145 APQP process into the ADM NPI process.

What your background should look like:

Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science or Manufacturing.
• At least 5+ years' experience in Quality, Industrial, Manufacturing, Design Engineering or New Product Development Engineering.
• Strong working knowledge of FMEA, Value Stream Mapping, Process Flow, Control Plan, MSA, Gage R&R, GD&T, FAI & PPAP.
• Expert in problem solving tools such as 8D, PPSR, 5 why, Kepner Trego, Pareto Principles and data analysis, Six Sigma Black Belt or Equivalent is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize issues, analyze situations and implement effective corrective actions.
• goal-oriented and independent working manner.
• LDFSS Green / Black Belt Certification.

Competencies:

• Demonstrated expertise in quality concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Demonstrated experience in problem resolution using six sigma and conventional quality engineering tools and methods.
• Ability to plan, establish and coordinate test and inspection procedures, conduct process capability studies, prepare statistical quality control data, and develop statistical designed experiments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, and statistical software packages (i.e., Minitab)
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or AS9100, AS9145
• Due to ITAR regulations, US citizenship or US lawful permanent residency (green card) is required to apply for this position.

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, Innovation

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions, proven in the harshest environments, enable advancements in transportation, industrial applications, medical technology, energy, data communications and the home. With more than 85,000 employees, including more than 7,500 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat and Twitter.

COMPENSATION• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $$103,576- $155,364 (subject to change dependent on physical location)• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

BENEFITS• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.

EOE, Including Disability/Vets

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