Curtiss-Wright

Senior Quality Specialist – Onsite Position

The Senior Quality Specialist based on-site at our Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions Ottawa, Canada site, will be responsible for Quality Engineering duties that support the multi-site Quality Management System at our business unit. The incumbent will drive continual improvement of the AS9100 certified Quality System to minimize cost of quality while maximizing customer satisfaction through delivery of on-time, high quality, highly reliable products.

Location: Ottawa, ON

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I RRSP with Employer Match I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Competitive Pay I Referral Program I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *

Salary Range: $90,300 - $120,400 plus bonus opportunity

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Your Challenge:

• Representing the CWDS QA department for Defense Solutions
• Representing Quality in business Projects as required including Improvement Projects and Corrective Actions
• Supporting AS9100/ ISO9001 certification via internal audits and Quality System maintenance
• Providing QA/SQA support on product development projects out of Defense Solutions business units
• Performing supplier quality functions including performing quality audits and administering the SCAR process
• Providing customer single point contact for quality CWDS programs
• Supporting ESD, MSD, 5S & ROHS Management programs as required
• Supports the FRB/MRB process in an efficient and effective manner to keep material flowing
• Leverages a strong foundation in Lean & Six Sigma methodology to support continual process improvement and product yield investigations in support of improving customer satisfaction
• Facilitates the corrective action process through the organization, including implementation/improvement to tools, training, and metrics
• Providing QA support on the implementation of Configuration Management Activities
• Ability to review and interpret customer contracts and flowdowns for quality requirements and take appropriate action
• Ability to create and review First Article Inspection Reports to AS9102 requirements
• Develop and maintain monthly & quarterly quality metrics participates in various meetings
• Supports quality in the product life cycle (Proposal, Design, Production, Services and Sustainment
• Ad-Hoc Travel will be required to visit customers, carry out audits and meet periodically to discuss quality plans face-to-face at other C5ISR sites within the division

What You Bring:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace/Electrical/Mechanical/Software Engineering or technical equivalent with a minimum of 5 years of prior related experience or Graduate degree with a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience
• In lieu of a degree, candidates may be considered with a minimum of 5 years of prior related experience within the aerospace and defense industry or military experience commensurate with the position responsibilities, skills, and experience required
• Experience with PWB and PCBA designs considered an asset
• Experience with the implementation and maintenance of a registered AS9100 QMS applied to both manufacturing and product development
• Approachable hands-on style with the ability to engage with people at all levels of management
• Experience dealing with remote teams in multi-site environments
• Excellent English skills, including written and verbal; the ability to compose written reports and other communications is required
• Superior analytical skills, capable of using current computer analysis and programming language and tools i.e. Microsoft Office, Power BI, SQL, Python are considered assets
• Knowledge of Net-Inspect and DISCUS software
• Knowledge of the interpretation and application of the following standards: AS9100, AS9102, AS5553, J-STD-001, IPC- A-600, IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC-7711/7721
• 8D or other structured problem-solving methodology expertise
• ASQ CMQ/OE and/or ASQ CQE will be considered significant assets
• Experience interfacing directly with customers on quality concerns
• Knowledge of the ESD and MSD Control Requirements
• Experience with SAP S4 Hana and MES applications is an asset
• AS9006 and/or CMMI experience are considered assets
• High degree in Product Integrity and Ethical standards
• Proficient in the interpretation of complex engineering drawings, schematics and process plans

Who We Are:

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions is Engineered to Succeed. You will join the agile C5ISR Modular solutions supporting the Mission Solutions Product line in addition to other product line Design and Applications Engineering teams to aggressively develop innovative off-the-shelf and application-specific technology solutions at the heart of defense and aerospace platforms. Our products and solutions are engineered to provide the critical core computing and networking technologies for ground vehicles, aircraft, missiles, sensors, rockets, and spacecraft, including manned and autonomous unmanned systems.

We design, manufacture and integrate hardware and software systems that enable rapid deployment of enterprise-class communications anywhere in the world. Our systems are used in mission-critical environments including military and disaster recovery - that demand the highest possible levels of quality. Innovation, creativity, and quality are built into our DNA and we look for the same in our employees. In return, we offer a rewarding environment in which our employees can thrive.

To learn more visit Ottawa, Ontario | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com)

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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