Quality Engineer/ Quality Systems Specialist

Sunshine Avionics LLC, located in Miramar, Florida, is a leading provider of the highest quality MRO and manufacturing services for advanced avionic component repairs, and is also a HEICO Avionics company.

Sunshine Avionics’ significant investments in automatic test equipment (ATE), combined with a talented team of hands-on engineers, has resulted in efficient and reliable repairs with significantly reduced turn times. Sunshine Avionics leads the industry by providing the most innovative cost saving solutions available in the marketplace and a commitment to outstanding customer service and reliability.

These characteristics, along with the HEICO promise of unparalleled quality, are the key ingredients to Sunshine Avionics’ continued success.

“Sunshine Avionics – Forward Thinking Engineered Solutions”

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial) or related technical field; equivalent experience considered
• 3–7+ years of quality engineering experience in an aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of AS9100/AS9102/AS9145 and ISO 9001 standards
• Experience with root cause analysis methodologies (8D, DMAIC, 5-Why, Fishbone)
• Familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and blueprint reading
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and inspection techniques (CMM, optical comparators, calipers, micrometers)
• Strong understanding of FAA/EASA regulatory requirements and NADCAP special process requirements
• Proficiency with quality tools such as FMEA, control plans, and SPC software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for audit reporting and cross-functional collaboration
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills

• ASQ Certification (CQE, CQA, or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt)
• Experience as a Lead Auditor for AS9100 or NADCAP
• Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, IFS) and quality management software (MasterControl, ETQ, Arena)
• Experience with supplier quality management and supplier development
• Working knowledge of ITAR/EAR export control regulations
• Experience with digital inspection tools and Automated Test Equipment (ATE) operation
• Working knowledge of NetInspect

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES

• Language/Communication: English, Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates.
• Computer Skills: Basic MS Office skills required (Outlook, Word, Excel),, Must be able to navigate company intranet to find industry specifications and company policies & procedures, Must be able to add documents and perform inspection / quality system transactions within the company’s quality system software.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, rations, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Abilities: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Organizational Skills:  Strong organizational skills, strict attention to details and ability to multitask and prioritize as necessary, with minimal supervisory direction. Must be flexible in handling multiple tasks. Continuous Improvement Mindset a must.
• Interpersonal Skills: Must work well within a team environment and independently.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear; and frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Position will work primarily in an office environment with low noise level.