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Nammo Defense Systems, Inc., a defense contractor, is the primary USA operation of the Nammo Group (Nammo AS). Nammo Defense Systems Inc. (NDS) develops, manufactures, and supports Shoulder Launched Munitions (SLMs), energetic material solutions such as aircraft emergency escape systems, actuation devices, rocket motors, warheads, and composite solutions including carbon fiber tubes and composite aerospace structures.

JOB OVERVIEW:

With independent judgment, engineering knowledge and technical ability, plans, coordinates, trains, mentors, and manages a team of quality engineers to execute tasks efficiently, Right-The-First Time, On-Time, and On-Budget.

How you will be rewarded as our Manager, Quality Engineering:

• Competitive compensation

• Monday-Thursday work week working four 10-hour days (off on Fridays)

• Generous paid time off and Holiday Pay

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• 401(K), employee assistance programs, health savings account

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages the Program and Manufacturing Quality Engineering group.

• Manages small project teams to develop, execute and complete assignments.

• Organizes team roles and evaluates employee performance.

• Documents operational tasks and reporting to upper-level management.

• Performs employee reviews and assessments.

• Continually assesses program requirements and staffing resources to ensure on-time-delivery and customer satisfaction.

• Assists with new employee onboarding and training program.

• Focuses on Program Quality metrics in accordance with contractual requirements and quality department performance priorities.

• Facilitates compliance to applicable internal and external requirements during both the development cycle and production phase for various defense/military related products.

• Evaluates the experience and ability of each quality engineer to make the most effective program assignments.

• Develops goals and objectives for each quality engineer in support of the annual performance review process; goals and objectives should include company, department, and individual metrics.

• Assists in the AS9100 third party quality system and on-site customer audits.

• Serves as the primary CRB (Change Review Board), and CIB (Change Implementation Board) representative for quality.

• Maintains contact with customers on all quality issues.

• Participates in the periodic Corrective and Preventive Action Board (CPAB).

• Drives closure of Corrective Actions led by quality engineers and ensures verification of effectiveness.

• Participates in the preparation of Management Review material and publishes quality performance reports.

• Reviews shipping documentation with quality assurance engineers to ensure accuracy, standardization, and that all elements of the contract have been met.

• Assists the management team and provides engineering support as necessary throughout all program phases; proposal, contract review, development, first article, production, shipment, and warranty returns.

• Establishes and maintains product assurance standards, procedures, and controls.

• Has and provides signature authority for certificates of conformance, ammunition data cards, non-destructive testing, and related shipping documents.

• Promotes the use of statistical techniques for determining product reliability, sample sizes, process capability & control.

• Works with the program teams to provide quality engineering support for various products that are either in production, or in development leading to near term introduction.

• Develops, implements, and monitors product quality plans to ensure that specifications and customer expectations will be met.

• Prepares the budget for the quality engineering labor hours and basis of estimate for all proposals following established procedures and methods to assess risks.

• Ensures compliance to QMS procedures related to customer processes, and assists in the improvement of the QMS.

• Drives Lean Quality initiatives in the factories in collaboration with the quality engineers and other cross-functional members of the organization.

• Monitors manufacturing quality performance and reviews status of quality improvement activities and quality countermeasures to mitigate risks for non-conformities.

• Identifies training needs for the Quality Engineering Team and plans accordingly.

• Works hands-on with team members, creating and implementing various strategies and plans to improve quality performance and ensure on-time delivery of Program Quality CDRLs.

• Performs updates and presentations to the leadership team.

• Follow standard practices and safety procedures.

• Strictly adhere to all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

COOPERATION

This role requires collaboration across internal teams and with external stakeholders.

LEVEL OF DECISION MAKING

This position requires daily autonomous decision-making capabilities when working with both internal and external customers.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Bachelors Degree (B.S) in Engineering (Mechanical, Physics, Materials, or Aerospace), and a Master's Degree (M.S.) in engineering.

• Ten or more years of related experience in quality with project engineering or manufacturing engineering within a manufacturing environment in the Aerospace/Defense Industry.

• Knowledge of weapon systems, energetic materials /parts/systems design and manufacturing.

• Ability to gain BATF approval

Preferred certificates are Certified Quality Engineer (ASQ), Certified Reliability Engineer (ASQ), Greenbelt certification, AS9100D Internal Auditor certification.

COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Strong attention to detail

• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

• Ability to work in fast-paced environments.

• Leadership or teamwork abilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Full-time on-site position.

• This position may require travel on an as-needed basis

• This position may require working in diverse settings and conditions.

**Note**: Due to US Export Control laws and regulations; applicants selected for employment must show proof of a U.S. Person status before employment may begin.