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Systems & Compliance Quality Engineer

Location: 

West Hartford, CT, US, 06110-1328

Business Unit:  Systems and Support
Function:  Quality

TRIUMPH designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, accessories, subassemblies, systems and aircraft structures. We partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators of commercial, regional, business and military aircraft worldwide, to provide products and services that solve their hardest problems. So whatever the part, component or complexity of assembly, TRIUMPH is committed to quality, service and meeting the specialized needs of each customer.

TRIUMPH participates at all levels of the aerospace supply chain – from single components, to complex systems, to aerospace structures and their contents. We provide solutions for the entire product life cycle of an aircraft – from raw material to aftermarket service. Our unique ability to integrate a broad range of products and capabilities is our competitive advantage.

We are rapidly growing and looking for people who feel rewarded by innovation, career growth, and making an impact all while working with state-of-the-art equipment on cutting-edge projects. If you're ready to be challenged, inspired, and supported as you pursue your professional best, we hope you'll explore a future with TRIUMPH. 

Based in West Hartford, CT, Triumph Systems, Electronics and Controls is a leading independent aerospace system supplier for the commercial and military helicopter and business jet markets and employs approximately 500 employees. The Company’s key products and services include electronic engine controls, fuel metering units, main fuel pumps and environmental control systems for both the OE and aftermarket/spares end markets.

Responsibilities

Salary Range: $92,600.00 - $138,800.00/annual

Triumph SEC is seeking an experienced Quality Systems and Compliance professional that will execute the key elements of Quality Compliance operational plans and lead the quality system audit programs. In addition, you will be a key member in implementing the changes and processes that will ensure continued Quality Compliance. You will also have direct communication and interaction with senior leadership at various levels and locations.

  • Oversee the System and Compliance System.
  • Manage the internal and external Quality Audit program.
  • Manage the Corrective Action System and document control.
  • Manage changes, reviews, and releases of procedures that impact the quality management system throughout the organization, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards.
  • Organize and tracking 1st and 2nd party audit activities. This includes internal auditor training, certification, pre-audits, co-development of corrective actions, and post audit follow-ups and effectiveness reviews.
  • Provide guidance on, and explanations of, policies, government regulations, and agency guidelines to ensure compliance with external standards.
  • Responsible for ensuring compliance to the Quality Management System (QMS) and internal audit program.
  • Drive standardization of Quality Management System and standard work and ensure quality systems and processes are established, maintained, and improved upon.
  • Recommend corrective actions and participate/lead root cause analysis investigations.
  • Manage corrective action system for audit findings.
  • Interface with and assist the Quality Manager, Quality Engineers, and Inspectors in establishing, implementing, and enforcing quality requirements.
  • Work with suppliers, customers, and regulatory representatives regarding quality requirements as needed.
  • Create presentations and communicate/present to internal/external senior level leadership.
  • Additional Quality duties/tasks may be assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • Typically requires bachelor’s degree in science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM), or any related degree program.
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in Quality, Engineering or Operations with working experience in an engineering development, material and service acquisition, production, test, product acceptance and/or post-delivery support capacity.
  • Internal audit working experience with AS13100 & AS9100D standards.
  • Successfully completed certified auditor training
  • Working experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS).
  • Working experience with root cause and corrective action (RCCA), 8D, methodology, systems, and resources.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proven track record of internal and external audit programs.
  • Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Tools.
  • Experience in predictive and proactive measures and metrics assessments and leading actions to improve performance or mitigate problems.
  • Aerospace Industry experience.
  • NADCAP Audit certification experience.
  • Continuous Improvement, LEAN, CORE, ACE, or Six-Sigma training.
  • Experience with factory ERP/MES/JDE systems.
  • Strong written and verbal presentation skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Collaborative; high performance teams, communication, and problem-solving skills.

 

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)
  • Healthcare spending accounts
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Incentives and performance-based rewards
  • Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity

 

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Our Vision:

As one team, we enable the safety and prosperity of the world.

Our Mission:

We partner with our Customers to TRIUMPH over their hardest aerospace, defense, and industrial challenges to deliver value to our stakeholders.

Our Values:

  1. Integrity – Do the right thing for our stakeholders.  We value safety, diversity, and respect.
  2. Teamwork – Win as One team-one company.  Solicit help and assist others.
  3. Continuous Improvement – Pursue zero defect quality.  Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
  4. Innovation – Passion for growing the business.  Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
  5. Act with Velocity – Partner, anticipate and communicate.  Proactively solve problems.

 

Code of Conduct:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the TRIUMPH behaviors captured within our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Act with Velocity. Detailed definitions are below and performance metrics for each behavior can be found on our intranet and is embedded within our Performance Management processes.  All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in TRIUMPH’s Code of Conduct.

Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS):

Employees are responsible for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of themselves, the environment, and other people. All employees must comply with EHS policy training and instructions, help to maintain a safe and clean working environment, and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Company. Employees must report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to management. Additionally, employees are expected to notify management of any dangerous or potentially dangerous situations or practices.

Additional Information:

Triumph is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

SELECT US positions require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to be eligible for applicable positions, you must be a US Person under ITAR or eligible for approval for a U.S. Government export license.  A US Person is a US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, refugee or asylee. All inquires related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.

U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Please contact us if you require assistance in applying for TRIUMPH and we will provide reasonable accommodations via HRDepartment@triumphgroup.com.

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