Quality Conformity Manager III - Aerospace
Apply NowCompany: ALTEN Technology USA
Location: Mobile, AL 36695
Description:
We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we've been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that's by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.
ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world's most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don't have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work-we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.
As Quality Conformity Manager III - Aerospace you will be responsible for;
Position Summary: Direct, supervise and coordinate all Practical Problem Solving (PPS) operational Quality activities in Single Aisle Flowline in defined area of responsibility. Manages, motivates and develops the Quality team including Lead Inspectors. Responsible for ensuring the Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Airbus Quality Standards of the entire A/C based on the defined inspection dossier and in accordance with the POA relevant regulations.
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Lead Team & Act as Delegate: 40%
Lead and develop Practical Problem Solving (PPS) skills within Operations and Quality Team, ensure that the Practical Problem Solving (PPS) maturity of qualification of personnel is in accordance to the Airbus Qualification requirements.
Ensure together with Operations the competence- and qualification management of Operations and Quality Focal Point for the production delegated Inspectors in area of responsibility for Practical Problem Solving (PPS)
Ensure that the Aircraft production and the milestone FOT is in compliance with the Quality, cost and lead-time targets of FAL-USA.
Ensure that NCs are managed and drumbeat from creation to closure of Practical Problem Solving (PPS) are priority for all within the MFT.
Responsible focal point for all Practical Problem Solving (PPS).
Conducts Practical Problem Solving (PPS) training.
Represent Flowline to other departments and levels of the FAL.
Conduct periodic performance evaluations of Practical Problem Solving (PPS).
Collaborate with the procurement function to ensure the acquisition of necessary consumable materials as well as tools and other equipment.
Plan and control workload of all assigned employees to ensure on time delivery per approved schedule
2. Risk Analysis/Containment: 40%
Risk mitigation of quality escapes endangering the aircraft built and or product safety, launch of immediate corrective actions with Practical Problem Solving (PPS)
Ensure that all technical inspections in the production process of the aircraft are carried out to the POA standards, inspection plans and attested.
Responsible Practical Problem Solving (PPS) Focal Point for all external EASA Audits in area responsibility
Able to provide efficient feed-back analysis and trend to management.
Work within a MFT to resolve Practical Problem Solving (PPS) issues and ensure constant feedback loops with MAP, ME, QCM, AQCM and FCM
Practical Problem Solving (PPS) expert is expected to be proficient in Airbus policies which are processes (i.e. PPV, First Validation, Intervention, MMI, Quality Authorizations and others.)
3. Improve Processes/Operations: 20%
Ensure that all EASA-POA regulatory requirements are implemented and used in the Flowline Product Quality and manufacturing organization.
Support and project manage the deployment & implementation of sustainable improvement projects and standardize way of working like Practical Problem Solving (PPS) Excellence - Able to lead projects at times
Define and implement work level processes based on the experience and recommendations from existing FAL operations. Identifies opportunities and implements adaptations for local application of such ideas.
Responsible for Continuous Improvement including leading activities and document progress.
Fully proficient in AOS and has the ability to own a QPS Brick and implement it into the Station
Lead projects or be a main contributor such as new station implementation, introduction of new versions.
Qualifications;
A minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in Aviation at Airbus or 5 years at other (Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Assembly Processes, Production method, etc.).
Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:
High degree of flexibility and initiative
Demonstrably effective communication skills on different levels, a structured way of working and the ability to deal with a volume of complex information.
Ability to work in different production management systems
Experience as a member and leader of an international team.
Work with the principles, practices, methods and tools used in aircraft manufacturing
Work with non-conformities and design query notes
Work with quality management system
Knowledge Aircraft manufacturing process with strong emphasis on Structure/Mechanical/ Paint Tasks
Knowledge of health safety and environmental regulation
Requires ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form with internal customer
Must be able to use Microsoft office & SAP.
ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process.
ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world's most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don't have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work-we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.
As Quality Conformity Manager III - Aerospace you will be responsible for;
Position Summary: Direct, supervise and coordinate all Practical Problem Solving (PPS) operational Quality activities in Single Aisle Flowline in defined area of responsibility. Manages, motivates and develops the Quality team including Lead Inspectors. Responsible for ensuring the Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Airbus Quality Standards of the entire A/C based on the defined inspection dossier and in accordance with the POA relevant regulations.
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Lead Team & Act as Delegate: 40%
Lead and develop Practical Problem Solving (PPS) skills within Operations and Quality Team, ensure that the Practical Problem Solving (PPS) maturity of qualification of personnel is in accordance to the Airbus Qualification requirements.
Ensure together with Operations the competence- and qualification management of Operations and Quality Focal Point for the production delegated Inspectors in area of responsibility for Practical Problem Solving (PPS)
Ensure that the Aircraft production and the milestone FOT is in compliance with the Quality, cost and lead-time targets of FAL-USA.
Ensure that NCs are managed and drumbeat from creation to closure of Practical Problem Solving (PPS) are priority for all within the MFT.
Responsible focal point for all Practical Problem Solving (PPS).
Conducts Practical Problem Solving (PPS) training.
Represent Flowline to other departments and levels of the FAL.
Conduct periodic performance evaluations of Practical Problem Solving (PPS).
Collaborate with the procurement function to ensure the acquisition of necessary consumable materials as well as tools and other equipment.
Plan and control workload of all assigned employees to ensure on time delivery per approved schedule
2. Risk Analysis/Containment: 40%
Risk mitigation of quality escapes endangering the aircraft built and or product safety, launch of immediate corrective actions with Practical Problem Solving (PPS)
Ensure that all technical inspections in the production process of the aircraft are carried out to the POA standards, inspection plans and attested.
Responsible Practical Problem Solving (PPS) Focal Point for all external EASA Audits in area responsibility
Able to provide efficient feed-back analysis and trend to management.
Work within a MFT to resolve Practical Problem Solving (PPS) issues and ensure constant feedback loops with MAP, ME, QCM, AQCM and FCM
Practical Problem Solving (PPS) expert is expected to be proficient in Airbus policies which are processes (i.e. PPV, First Validation, Intervention, MMI, Quality Authorizations and others.)
3. Improve Processes/Operations: 20%
Ensure that all EASA-POA regulatory requirements are implemented and used in the Flowline Product Quality and manufacturing organization.
Support and project manage the deployment & implementation of sustainable improvement projects and standardize way of working like Practical Problem Solving (PPS) Excellence - Able to lead projects at times
Define and implement work level processes based on the experience and recommendations from existing FAL operations. Identifies opportunities and implements adaptations for local application of such ideas.
Responsible for Continuous Improvement including leading activities and document progress.
Fully proficient in AOS and has the ability to own a QPS Brick and implement it into the Station
Lead projects or be a main contributor such as new station implementation, introduction of new versions.
Qualifications;
A minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in Aviation at Airbus or 5 years at other (Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Assembly Processes, Production method, etc.).
Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:
High degree of flexibility and initiative
Demonstrably effective communication skills on different levels, a structured way of working and the ability to deal with a volume of complex information.
Ability to work in different production management systems
Experience as a member and leader of an international team.
Work with the principles, practices, methods and tools used in aircraft manufacturing
Work with non-conformities and design query notes
Work with quality management system
Knowledge Aircraft manufacturing process with strong emphasis on Structure/Mechanical/ Paint Tasks
Knowledge of health safety and environmental regulation
Requires ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form with internal customer
Must be able to use Microsoft office & SAP.
ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process.