Staff Engineer - Heat Treating

Fullsight, the integrated brand of SAE Industry Technologies Consortia (ITC), Performance Review Institute (PRI) and SAE International (SAE), delivers shared solutions to industry's common challenges.

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JOB SUMMARY

Manage assigned industry managed programs for task groups; develop audit criteria and state of the art consensus qualification procedures; recruit qualified auditors, publish audit/survey reports working through committee structure and due process to serve industry, government and society. Support implementation of company strategy and continuous improvement initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Conduct audit reviews (achieve & maintain delegation) with strict confidentiality and compliance with procedural and regulatory requirements
Task Group Support:
Manage/assist supporting a Task Group
Facilitate Task Group meetings and lead Task Group projects
Facilitate audit criteria development and revisions
Provide technical summary reports to the assigned task group
Conduct and participate in Auditor interviews and recruitment.
Identify and execute Auditor training
Collaborate with Auditor Staffing to ensure sufficient capacity and manage assigned Auditors and Audit Reviewers
Conduct audits as required upon approval as an Auditor
Lead medium PRI internal projects to support continuous improvement and PRI strategies
Maintain proficiency or gain knowledge for all assigned technology areas by attending classes and conferences, visiting Subscribers/Suppliers
Adapt an existing commodity to another Industry Managed Program (IMP)
Develop and manage budgets of assigned activities
Support investigations initiated by the Ethics & Appeals Committee, as required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or equivalent
5 years experience in heat treating.
Technical knowledge of appropriate science/engineering disciplines/methods.
Computers Skills:Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office).Ability to make presentations, data pulls, and analysis.
Job Knowledge:Demonstrates a functional understanding of all job knowledge skills, procedures, and processes.
Language Skills:Possesses English language oral and written communication skills.
Leadership: Demonstrates Leadership Potential. Facilitates team-oriented work processes through application of basic project management skills.
Communication Skills:Ability to effectively communicate to Task Group Level Leaders.Effectively communicates with others in speaking and writing. Confidence in communication skills but may seek advice/editorial input from peers or supervisor. In most cases presents thoughts and ideas in a clear, concise manner.
Relationship Building:Builds and maintains successful working relationships with others.
Problem Solving/Critical Thinking:Recommend process improvements and identify gaps.Thorough understanding of assigned technology areas. Usually approaches problem solving in a systematic manner. Often seeks resources available for help as necessary. Assures proper documentation and follows up to ensure problem is resolved. Decisions are well thought out and made in a timely manner. Often interacts with a variety of individuals in an assortment of settings. Can accurately assess situational demands and employ appropriate behavioral response.
Time Management:Meets key deadlines (meetings, etc.).Sets priorities for the accomplishment of activities. Demonstrates the ability to effectively multitask. Is committed to staying on track with the schedule, cutting conversations or tasks short where necessary to move on.
Creativity:Demonstrates evidence of some of the following skills:
Recognizing patterns and anomalies
Making use of previous knowledge
Researching productively
Formulating good questions
Using lateral thinking
Using divergent thinking
Hypothesizing
Exploring multiple viewpoints
Being flexible, adaptable, and functioning well with uncertainty
Exploring, synthesizing, and refining multiple options
Generating and refining ideas
Inventing
Adaptability/Flexibility:Becomes more flexible and embraces change. Is open minded and refines skill set.Provides a strong support network for other employees and team members who may face challenges.
Professionalism:Present oneself in a professional manner.
Emotional Intelligence: Self-aware.Demonstrates the ability to identify emotions and analyze reactions. Is aware of own strengths and weaknesses. Self-regulating and has control over emotions and impulses.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

5 years experience in another Nadcap Technology, preferred
5 years experience in Quality Systems, preferred
Auditing experience / knowledge of Quality Management Systems, preferred
5 years experience in the Aerospace Industry, preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to travel 30% of the time.
Ability to work for long periods at a computer/desk.
Standard office environment.

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