Marotta Controls, Inc. is one of the fastest growing technology businesses in New Jersey, specializing in the design, development, and production of precision control components and systems. Founded in 1943, Marotta has been at the forefront of Aerospace & Defense milestones for over 75 years from breaking the sound barrier on the Bell X-1 and landing the first man on the moon to playing a critical role on today's advanced U.S Navy platforms as well as the emerging commercial space industry.
Our products and expertise range from high performance valves to complete sub-systems that integrate electronic controls, actuators, and power conversion systems. We have received over 200 patents for our technologies and support the most demanding applications found on military aircraft, tactical systems, submarines, surface ships, satellites and space launch vehicles. Our teams have repeatedly been recognized for outstanding performance by some of the most prestigious organizations in the world including The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin, NASA & Northrop Grumman.
Quality Engineer (Chaska, MN)
Overview:
The Motor Quality Engineer supports product and program quality initiatives and monitors quality performance for both the Supply Chain and for internal development and production to ensure effective process control are employed for electric motor production. This role leads root cause analysis and corrective action activities, supports continuous improvement initiatives with ability to present results to customer and management. QE assists in supporting company goals for program Quality and Delivery targets.
For the near-term, the role additionally includes performing receiving inspection of components, in-process inspection steps of motor assembly and testing, and final inspection of completed motor datapacks, which should roll off to a separate individual(s) as volume grows within the local facility.
Essential or Primary / Key Responsibilities:
- Develop procedures for the motor components and assemblies to assure compliance to the Marotta and customer specifications
- Drive and promote AS9100 throughout the facility
- Plan advance quality strategies and actions to ensure motor manufacturing compliance to technical data package and customer requirements.
- Ensure quality steps are included in manufacturing documentation, including router steps, assembly procedures, and other related documents.
- Develop procedures from various industry and aerospace specifications
- Assure mechanical and electrical measurement methods, techniques, and equipment comply with best practices and specifications
- Investigate and specify test and measurement equipment
- Investigate, assess, and resolve production problems in a team environment
- Represent Quality for Programs / Customers related to motors
- Review Drawings flowdowns, best practices related to motors
- Review and approve component FAI's related to motors
- Coordinate completion of customer FAI's related to motors
- Support in-process product reviews
- Acceptance Data Package Preparation/ Review
- Support Audits - Customer / Internal
- Support customer inquiries, including requests for warranty support, lead corrective action activities
- Work internally and externally to develop Risk Analysis and Mitigation plans
- Promote the use of Quality tools, SPC, PFMEA, and MSA to reduce variability
- Actively participate in cost reduction programs/initiatives related to scrap, rework and repair activities.
- Provide guidance and training to internal personnel and suppliers to effectively execute Corrective Action Requests (inclusive of SCARs), Quality System requirements, Quality Alerts, Corrective/Preventive Actions (CAPA) implementation, change control and root cause analysis
Additional Duties / Responsibilities:
- Read, understand and interpret Mechanical / Electronic drawings.
- Perform measurements and visual quality assessments of received items, work-in-progress, and finished goods
- Approve incoming materials by confirming specifications as per Purchase Orders, conducting visual and physical measurement of the product, rejecting if necessary and processing part thru to the next step
- Create spreadsheets for data collection and generate tables, graphs, charts to provide guidance to leadership and team members to best interpret the data in order to take action.
- Attain appropriate knowledge of Work Orders / Routers, Work Instruction, Procedure requirements and other internal documentation.
- Approve in-process production by confirming specifications, conducting visual and physical measurement of the product, and reviewing paperwork artifacts, communicating adjustments, if necessary, to production supervisor.
- Approve finished products by confirming specifications, reviewing documentation, conducting visual and physical measurement of the product.
- Document inspection results by completing reports and logs and inputting data into quality database
- Always verify equipment is operational and calibrated, follow operating instructions and coordinate repairs
- Work with Engineering, Operations, and other sources to resolve issues and meet goals
- Bring initiatives and activities to closure in a timely manner through effective interaction with individuals, both internal and external to the Marotta organization (as required).
- Maintain and continue to elevate relationships with Business Development, Engineering, Operations, Customer Service and all other facets of the company
- Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to various regulatory and internal system requirements
- Consistently demonstrate commitment to company values
- Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant problems
- Ensure that work area and work areas of direct reports are clean, secure, and well maintained
- Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required
Work Environment:
- This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).
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This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are (4 days X 9 hours, Monday-Thursday) + (4 hours, Friday). Overtime and weekend work could be required as job duties demand.
Some travel may be expected for this position (up to 10%) once employee is fully trained.
- Must be able to travel to NJ 20% to 50% of the time for required training during the first three months of employment.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field of study
- 4+ years' experience in quality-related function (preferred but applicant may be a new college hire)
- Work experience in data analysis and procedure writing (preferred)
- Ability to interpret Military, Commercial aircraft and Space level specifications and standards
- Ability to read and understand schematics and drawings
- Knowledge of Quality Management System - AS9100, ISO9001, ISO/TS16949
- Knowledge of Special Processes -- critical finishes, chemical conversion, soldering, crimping, non-destructive and destructive analysis methods
- Strong verbal/written communication skills required for multi-faceted interactions with all levels of personnel within the organization, as well as any and all outside agents, including but not limited to; vendors, suppliers, customers, etc.
- Strong computer literacy, with MS Office/PC expertise, and demonstrated experience with applicable systems, programs, equipment, etc.
- Must be a US Citizen
- This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance, therefore you must be able to obtain/maintain a security clearance
Physical Requirements:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Vision and color vision must pass job-required vision screening
- The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel
- The employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, and move about the facility.
- The employee may be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to travel to NJ 20% to 50% of the time for required training during the first three months of employment.
Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.
We offer a highly competitive compensation package for this outstanding position plus a quarterly bonus along with a full range of top quality benefits and employee services including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability income insurance programs, 401k retirement plans with company match, generous tuition aid program, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays and flexible work hours with compressed work week options. We recognize and reward our employee's accomplishments and host several employee engagement events per quarter.
If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best in class organization while enjoying a work-life balance, please visit our website at to learn more about us and to apply. Check out all our openings at
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer M/F/IWD/Veterans
VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
No agencies, please.
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