Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Supplier Quality Engineer I at our Burbank, CA location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft – delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E’s brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You’ll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The Supplier Quality Engineer I works under supervision and uses established procedures to support the Crane Supplier Quality Management Strategy. The Supplier Quality Engineer I also implements a supplier quality improvement and monitoring process that optimizes the supplier performance, product quality, and business qualification with Crane.

Essential Functions:

Partner with Supply Chain Director and other leadership team members to determine annual supplier quality objectivesImplement and maintain a Supplier Scorecard that monitors supplier quality, delivery and other metrics that track the general performance of the supplierSupport supplier Quarterly Business Reviews, assess supplier performance, monitor corrective action status, and drive supplier to continuous improvementLiaise with site Quality teams and suppliers to assure that quality issues are addressed and corrective actions are in place and being properly managed to assure root cause analysis and corrective action reportingConduct assessments of suppliers’ quality system and process control capability, and drive implementation of improvement plansPartner with suppliers to develop quality control plans for assigned commodities and drive implementationConduct first article and first batch audit inspectionsAny other task assigned by supervisor or management

Non-Essential Functions:

Prepare management reports and presentations regarding quality status and supplier performanceSupport Material Review Board (MRB)Actively engage and understand trends in the industry’s approach to quality and new approaches that may provide benefit to BU

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience: 0-2 years of related experiencePreferred Knowledge: Working knowledge of the marketplace and manufacturing technologies; Familiarity with supplier qualification processes and supplier performance metrics; Knowledge of the latest quality science tools including, FMEA, GR&R, Control plans, Capability study and reduction of variations; Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models; Exposure to lean concepts (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen Leadership, 5S, etc); Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field; Knows and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of assigned product or programSkills/Abilities: Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; Effective and consistent decision making skills; Ability to work multiple problems/issues simultaneously; Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; Demonstrated ability to perform and produce results in multifunctional teams in a dynamic work environment; Demonstrated ability to rely on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goalsEducation/Certification: BA or BS degree in technical discipline Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US persons will be considered.  As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

Lean/Six Sigma certification (black belt or green belt)IPC-610 Training 

Working Conditions:

Standard office environment Work requires substantial visual concentration on detailWorking conditions are normal for a manufacturing environmentManufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPEMay be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumesTravel up to 25% required (local or domestic)Standing:                       50% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work taskSitting:                           50% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work taskLifting (in pounds):         up to 25 poundsPushing (in pounds):      up to 25 poundsMental/Visual:                use of computer, calculator, filing cabinetsWorkspace:                     cubicle/desk

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

Benefits: Health care, dental or life insurance starting the first day of the monthTime Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company matchEducation Reimbursement: eligible after 90 days of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes.  We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check.  FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

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Salary range: $80,000 to $97,000. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. 

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.