MRO Quality Specialist

Who WE are and where WE are going:

At MRA Systems, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day.  From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio.  We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none.  At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

Who YOU are and what YOU can become:

As the MRO Quality Specialist, you will support the Chief Inspector and will have responsibility of supporting all Quality functions for MRO shop operations. You will be responsible for ensuring all Quality/FAA/EASA regulatory requirements are met to meet customer satisfaction and safety. You will be a part of a cross-functional MRO team focusing on FAR145 requirements.

What YOU will do:

• Provide support to ensure all FAA/EASA regulatorily requirements are followed
• Administer and apply FAA/EASA regulations and directives as they relate to the repair station.
• Implement the policies and procedures as established in the Repair Station manual and Quality Control manual.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the training program for Quality Control inspection personnel.
• Support the internal and external audits of the repair station and assure that findings are addressed with effective corrective actions.
• Verify that any sub-contract maintenance providers used by the Repair Station meet purchase order requirement and FAA function approval prior to their use.
• Support ‘significant changes’ to the facility layout and obtain written acceptance from the FAA prior to implementation.
• Review and update Contract Maintenance listing upon adding new subcontractors to support MRO functions.
• Assist in providing training in regulatory compliance, FAA regulations, Repair Station Manual, and Quality Control Manual contents.
• Responsible for issuing and maintaining Corrective Actions for internal deficiencies.
• Perform and oversee the approval for return to service after maintenance (in accordance with regulations, to include completion of FAA Form 8130-3, Form 337’s and logbook entries); airframe, engine(s), propeller (s), and appliances.
• Interface and meet with FAA representatives and customers from time to time and as required.
• Ability to travel from time to time to customer or supplier sites.

What YOU must bring to Succeed:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college with minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing or production quality experience role.In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, the candidate must have a High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 15 years of Manufacturing or Production Quality Experience.  Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate science, engineering, and/or engineering technology field is preferred.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant License.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a quality leadership role.
• Knowledge of FAA certification processes, including parts, repair processes, drawings, and all applicable compliance requirements.
• Experience and knowledge of aircraft/engine maintenance records and logbooks required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to understand and interpret moderately complex technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications.
• Experience and knowledge of aircraft/engine maintenance records and logbooks required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience leading and implementing change.
• Experience performing internal audits and participating in external audits.
• Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to multitask and handles tasks with competing priorities effectively.
• Detail oriented and strong computer skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of ISO 9001/AS9100 Quality Management Systems.

At ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $88,238 to $127,300 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits:

As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes  
• Immediate 401k vesting!!!
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems.  ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed.  We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email at stena.careers@stengg.us.

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