Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Manufacturing Quality Engineer

VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications. We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between. VIAVI employees are passionate about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company – to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers.

VIAVI Solutions is excited to hire a Manufacturing Quality Engineer to the team onsite in the Wichita, KS facility. This role is an important part of VIAVI's global Quality/Operations team and will help support Quality efforts across the Wichita facility. VIAVI is currently going through the AS9100 certification process, which is an important step for future operations – which this individual will help support and drive.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain and monitor quality procedures and processes to ensure compliance to AS9100 regulations.
• Analyze KPI reports related to internal, external & supplier nonconformities, analyze trends, escalate identified trends to relevant stakeholders.
• Lead projects to reduce external and internal nonconformities.
• Conduct first article inspection of new products based on AS9102 Standard and prepare FAIRs.
• Analyze process and test data for capability analysis and continuous improvement of SPC system Lead investigations on external nonconformities, fill SCARs from customers and follow up of action plans with internal stakeholders.
• Conduct internal audits on processes under QMS and coordinate audits with certifying bodies and customers.
• Coordinate closure of audit findings related to Quality department. Assist in determining root causes by using tools such as Ishikawa, FTA, 5 WHY and identifying improvements to reduce external and internal nonconformities.
• Oversee the management of QMS documentation in PLM database and ensure the latest version of the documents are available. Oversee the management of calibration of measuring tools and equipment used in serial production.
• Participate in contract reviews for new orders and ensure that the stated quality requirements are implemented.
• Lead design quality assurance activities, participate in design gate reviews and represent Quality in the development of new products and processes including evaluation of technical drawings, test methodologies, and validation to ensure compliance.
• Participate in design and process FMEAs. Accomplish quality and organization mission by meeting personal goals & objectives.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations.

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements:

Minimum Educational / Qualifications:

• Associate's degree/Trade School graduate with 5+ years of experience in a high volume regulated manufacturing industry with QA responsibilities
• OR
• Bachelor's degree in engineering field or related field with 2-5 years of experience in high volume regulated manufacturing industry as a QA/QC Engineer.
• Must be able to legally work in an ITAR setting, as defined by USCIS

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality standards.
• Basic knowledge of theory and principles of statistics and statistical process control.
• Expertise in using statistical analysis tools such as Minitab, JMP, Win SPC Strong history of systematic problem solving using 8D methodology Ability to recognize and define problems, collect data, and develop conclusions.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, CAD files and documents. Working experience of Six Sigma, Lean or Quality Management Tools.
• Experience with MS Office and QA applications.
• Basic project management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written.
• Ability to prioritize and juggle between multiple projects.
• High sense of urgency, attention to detail and a results-driven approach.
• Strong team player who can successfully work in a team environment as well as work independently.
• Willingness to learn and update skill set.

If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today.

VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.