Lead QA Engineer Job in Grand Rapids, MI 49507
Title :
Lead QA Engineer
Company :
General Electric
Location :
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
Date Acquired :
2/16/2010 3:15:12 AM
Job Number 1149862
Business GE Technology Infrastructure
Business Segment Technology Infrastructure - Aviation
About Us GE is planning for tomorrow. Where will you be?For more than 125 years, GE has been respected for its performance and innovative spirit. GE people worldwide are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into leading products and services that help solve some of the world's toughest problems. Looking for a challenge where your experience is valued?Come see what you can achieve as a leader with GE Aviation!
Posted Position Title Lead QA Engineer
Career Level Experienced
Function Engineering/Technology
Function Segment Product Design and Development
Location United States
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces Michigan
City Grand Rapids
Postal Code 49512-1934
Relocation Expenses Full Expenses
Role Summary/Purpose The Lead Quality Engineer for Developmental Quality Assurance conducts activities to ensure engineering compliance to applicable regulatory, industry, customer, and company standards, processes, and procedures with regard to product development. You will provide overall Quality Management during engineering development. The Lead QA Engineer demonstrates leadership in communicating business goals, programs, and processes for an area or business segment.
Essential Responsibilities
* Utilize your experience or expertise to solve problems, develop, and execute objectives for self and others, and have the ability to effect short-term and some long-term business goals; COMAC programs will be the focus for this position
* Drive overall quality for COMAC product lines, approving TG phases
* Act in conjunction with the program and product managers release criteria and quality objectives
* Ensure review of processes, procedures, quality objectives, QMS, and tools
* Ensure test records are maintained, metrics collected, and reports given back to the business
* Evaluate and publish COMAC specific quality metrics and test results to the project team and stakeholders
* Identify resource requirements for quality assurance tasks; identify test hardware requirements
* Provide technical direction for the Quality and Testing groups
* Plan, direct, and coordinate all COMAC quality assurance functions for assigned product lines
* Direct and coordinate the overall quality specifications and standards for materials, processes, and finished products to meet customer purchase order requirements
* Plan and coordinate the activities of COMAC quality staff by managing quality responsibilities as assigned including: Complaint Data, Compliant CA/PA Planning, Conformity Quality support, Execution, and Effectiveness Checks, Complaint file Closure and Trending
* Plan, direct, and coordinate all quality assurance functions for assigned product lines
* Direct and coordinate the overall quality specifications and standards for materials, processes, and finished products to meet customer purchase order requirements
* Plan and coordinate the activities of quality staff by managing quality responsibilities as assigned including: Complaint Data, Compliant CA / PA Planning, Execution, and Effectiveness Checks, Complaint file Closure, and Trending
* Support regulatory compliance and optimization of quality systems procedures relating to product complaint handling, adverse event reporting and product field actions through development, maintenance, and improvement of documented processes
* Develop and implement quality metrics specific to Tier 1 applications to drive improvements and business results
* Plan and supervise studies aimed at improving product quality and reliability
* Contact customers and suppliers when necessary to confer on specific quality issues
* Assist other departments as necessary in formulating new products, establishing standards for these products prior to initial production, or overcoming difficulties in the use of company products
* Ensure a means of collecting and distributing compiled information in order to improve quality
* Ensure safe practices are used in compliance with all governmental regulations
* Identify, drive, mentor, and implement projects that improve overall production quality
* Work with Six Sigma Quality team to drive process changes
* Conduct training to quality processes as needed
* Support regulatory compliance and optimization of COMAC related quality systems procedures relating to product complaint handling, adverse event reporting, and product field actions through development, maintenance, and improvement of documented processes
* Contact customers and suppliers when necessary to confer on specific COMAC related quality issues
* Assist other departments as necessary in formulating new products, establishing standards for these products prior to initial production, or overcoming difficulties in the use of company products
* Ensure a means of collecting and distributing compiled information in order to improve quality
* Responsible for the administration of the quality system, including implementation and maintenance to regulatory requirements and standards such as applicable ISO / AS / ANSI standards, possibly within C
Qualifications/Requirements
* Bachelors degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or Engineering (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of IT or engineering experience)
* At least 3 additional years of experience in a software development environment
Additional Eligibility Qualifications GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
Desired Characteristics
* Strong Willingness to relocate to China
* At least 7 additional years of experience in leading Quality Assurance Engineering development programs
* Capable of setting up an AS9100 certified facility
* Six Sigma Green Belt certification
* Recognized as an authority in a quality assurance field
* Strong oral and written communication skills
* Ability to speak Chinese strongly desired
* Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
* Ability to act as a change agent
* Ability to apply Six Sigma tools
* PC proficiency
* An understanding of the principles of the entire Engineering Development process and associated applicable documentation flow
* Strong Ability to effectively lead in a team environment
* FAA , EASA, or CAAC background / knowledge / experience
GE's Aviation Systems business, is a leading global provider of electrical power systems, avionics, actuation and landing gear, and aerostructures. A global Systems Customer Services network supports all of GEs products and is tailored to fit the needs of our customers and maximize aircraft availability. The Aviation Systems business is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio and employs 10,000 people at manufacturing, repair, and overhaul facilities around the world.
As exciting as our work environment is, there's a lot to keep your attention outside of work as well in scenic Grand Rapids, MI. Located in the four-county West Michigan area with a population of nearly one million, Grand Rapids offers a pleasant everyday experience that transcends the ordinary. Nature has provided abundant opportunities for recreation throughout four distinct seasons, with clean lakes and streams, beaches and forests. Whether you're single or raising a family, the quality of life in Grand Rapids is an attractive advantage. Here you'll discover extensive arts and cultural venues, plenty of fine dining for every palate, popular entertainment including hot nightspots and bars, downtown and mall shopping, a wide variety of affordable housing options and good schools. Local institutions include the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, Van Andel Museum Center, & John Ball Park Zoo. If you're continuing your education, excellent local options, include Davenport University, Grand Valley State University, Ferris State University, Grand Rapids Community College, Hope College, Michigan State University and Western Michigan University.Land a career with us, and find yourself in the perfect location to build a fulfilling life as well as a satisfying career!
Business GE Technology Infrastructure
Business Segment Technology Infrastructure - Aviation
About Us GE is planning for tomorrow. Where will you be?For more than 125 years, GE has been respected for its performance and innovative spirit. GE people worldwide are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into leading products and services that help solve some of the world's toughest problems. Looking for a challenge where your experience is valued?Come see what you can achieve as a leader with GE Aviation!
Posted Position Title Lead QA Engineer
Career Level Experienced
Function Engineering/Technology
Function Segment Product Design and Development
Location United States
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces Michigan
City Grand Rapids
Postal Code 49512-1934
Relocation Expenses Full Expenses
Role Summary/Purpose The Lead Quality Engineer for Developmental Quality Assurance conducts activities to ensure engineering compliance to applicable regulatory, industry, customer, and company standards, processes, and procedures with regard to product development. You will provide overall Quality Management during engineering development. The Lead QA Engineer demonstrates leadership in communicating business goals, programs, and processes for an area or business segment.
Essential Responsibilities
* Utilize your experience or expertise to solve problems, develop, and execute objectives for self and others, and have the ability to effect short-term and some long-term business goals; COMAC programs will be the focus for this position
* Drive overall quality for COMAC product lines, approving TG phases
* Act in conjunction with the program and product managers release criteria and quality objectives
* Ensure review of processes, procedures, quality objectives, QMS, and tools
* Ensure test records are maintained, metrics collected, and reports given back to the business
* Evaluate and publish COMAC specific quality metrics and test results to the project team and stakeholders
* Identify resource requirements for quality assurance tasks; identify test hardware requirements
* Provide technical direction for the Quality and Testing groups
* Plan, direct, and coordinate all COMAC quality assurance functions for assigned product lines
* Direct and coordinate the overall quality specifications and standards for materials, processes, and finished products to meet customer purchase order requirements
* Plan and coordinate the activities of COMAC quality staff by managing quality responsibilities as assigned including: Complaint Data, Compliant CA/PA Planning, Conformity Quality support, Execution, and Effectiveness Checks, Complaint file Closure and Trending
* Plan, direct, and coordinate all quality assurance functions for assigned product lines
* Direct and coordinate the overall quality specifications and standards for materials, processes, and finished products to meet customer purchase order requirements
* Plan and coordinate the activities of quality staff by managing quality responsibilities as assigned including: Complaint Data, Compliant CA / PA Planning, Execution, and Effectiveness Checks, Complaint file Closure, and Trending
* Support regulatory compliance and optimization of quality systems procedures relating to product complaint handling, adverse event reporting and product field actions through development, maintenance, and improvement of documented processes
* Develop and implement quality metrics specific to Tier 1 applications to drive improvements and business results
* Plan and supervise studies aimed at improving product quality and reliability
* Contact customers and suppliers when necessary to confer on specific quality issues
* Assist other departments as necessary in formulating new products, establishing standards for these products prior to initial production, or overcoming difficulties in the use of company products
* Ensure a means of collecting and distributing compiled information in order to improve quality
* Ensure safe practices are used in compliance with all governmental regulations
* Identify, drive, mentor, and implement projects that improve overall production quality
* Work with Six Sigma Quality team to drive process changes
* Conduct training to quality processes as needed
* Support regulatory compliance and optimization of COMAC related quality systems procedures relating to product complaint handling, adverse event reporting, and product field actions through development, maintenance, and improvement of documented processes
* Contact customers and suppliers when necessary to confer on specific COMAC related quality issues
* Assist other departments as necessary in formulating new products, establishing standards for these products prior to initial production, or overcoming difficulties in the use of company products
* Ensure a means of collecting and distributing compiled information in order to improve quality
* Responsible for the administration of the quality system, including implementation and maintenance to regulatory requirements and standards such as applicable ISO / AS / ANSI standards, possibly within C
Qualifications/Requirements
* Bachelors degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or Engineering (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of IT or engineering experience)
* At least 3 additional years of experience in a software development environment
Additional Eligibility Qualifications GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
Desired Characteristics
* Strong Willingness to relocate to China
* At least 7 additional years of experience in leading Quality Assurance Engineering development programs
* Capable of setting up an AS9100 certified facility
* Six Sigma Green Belt certification
* Recognized as an authority in a quality assurance field
* Strong oral and written communication skills
* Ability to speak Chinese strongly desired
* Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
* Ability to act as a change agent
* Ability to apply Six Sigma tools
* PC proficiency
* An understanding of the principles of the entire Engineering Development process and associated applicable documentation flow
* Strong Ability to effectively lead in a team environment
* FAA , EASA, or CAAC background / knowledge / experience
GE's Aviation Systems business, is a leading global provider of electrical power systems, avionics, actuation and landing gear, and aerostructures. A global Systems Customer Services network supports all of GEs products and is tailored to fit the needs of our customers and maximize aircraft availability. The Aviation Systems business is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio and employs 10,000 people at manufacturing, repair, and overhaul facilities around the world.
As exciting as our work environment is, there's a lot to keep your attention outside of work as well in scenic Grand Rapids, MI. Located in the four-county West Michigan area with a population of nearly one million, Grand Rapids offers a pleasant everyday experience that transcends the ordinary. Nature has provided abundant opportunities for recreation throughout four distinct seasons, with clean lakes and streams, beaches and forests. Whether you're single or raising a family, the quality of life in Grand Rapids is an attractive advantage. Here you'll discover extensive arts and cultural venues, plenty of fine dining for every palate, popular entertainment including hot nightspots and bars, downtown and mall shopping, a wide variety of affordable housing options and good schools. Local institutions include the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, Van Andel Museum Center, & John Ball Park Zoo. If you're continuing your education, excellent local options, include Davenport University, Grand Valley State University, Ferris State University, Grand Rapids Community College, Hope College, Michigan State University and Western Michigan University.Land a career with us, and find yourself in the perfect location to build a fulfilling life as well as a satisfying career!
