Engineer, Supplier Quality

Job Purpose

The Supplier Quality Engineer position will be responsible for the Total Quality Management of assigned suppliers of aircraft product.

Key Accountabilities

1. Evaluates and approves suppliers for Type Certification and Production use.

2. Trains suppliers in applicable Honda quality requirements and operating systems.

3. Conducts audits of supplier facilities and manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with all Honda and FAA requirements.

4. Coordinates and verifies supplier root cause and corrective action activities.

5. Implements supplier improvement plans as necessary in order to ensure suppliers perform at expected quality levels.

6. Supports the continued development of the Supplier Quality Management System and related processes.

7. Supports supplier Production Readiness Activities.

8. Supports cross functional Integrated Project Teams as necessary.

9. Promote the Honda Philosophies in daily SQA activities.

10.Travels up to 50% of the time to supplier sites (domestic and international).

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

1. Bachelor of Science Degree in related Engineering field preferred.

2. Experience working with and auditing to internationally recognized quality systems such as AS9100, TS16949, ISO 9001 preferred.

3. Experience in the development and oversight of an FAA Part 21 approved Quality System a plus.

4. Exposure to Six Sigma or Lean Sigma methodologies preferred.

5. ASQ CQE or CQA certifications a plus.

Key Performance Indicators

1. Working knowledge of various quality tools and processes such as PFMEA, Control Plans, APQP, PDCA, DMAIC, SPC preferred.

2. Experience managing suppliers of composite structures, metallic structures, machined components or major assemblies a plus.

3. Experience auditing special manufacturing processes such as heat treating, welding, anodizing, chemical conversion coating, or nondestructive testing (NDT) a plus..

4. General computer proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required.

5. Effective communication skills and proficiency in English required.

6. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.

Working Conditions

1. Incumbents may be routinely exposed to equipment operational noise heat-cold-dust, and / or aircraft equipment, parts, or fuel odors.

2. Incumbents may be required to stand, sit, squat, walk, bend, climb ladders, move, reach, or stretch for prolonged time periods with no restrictions, as required by job duties.

3. Work in a safe and professional manner while adhering to all regulatory requirements (FAA, OSHA, DOT, EPA, State, and Federal regulations, etc.).

4. Read, hear, speak, and see with no restrictions, as required by job duties.

5. Comprehend and adhere to management directions and / or safety instructions with no restrictions.

6. Effectively communicate in Business English language.

7. Pull, push, carry, lift, or move items up to 10 lbs. throughout the work shift without assistance, as required by job duties.

8. Pull, push, carry, lift or move materials / people / items / equipment weighing up to 50lbs or more during the work shift, with the use of Company provided “reach assistance technology” or “movement assist technology” (fork-lifts, pallet jacks, pulleys, dolly’s, robotics reach equipment, people movers etc.), as required by job duties.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel so classified. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This document does not constitute a contract between the incumbent and Honda Aircraft Company. (FLSA : Exempt) 01 / 07 / 13