Description
Welding Quality Engineer
OVERVIEW
The Quality Engineering Welding role is primarily responsible for implementation and application of GDLS Quality Management System, supplier’s implementation and compliance with applicable welding standards, issue management and resolution, quality planning for bids and Programs, development and refinement of Product Assurance procedures and processes.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead activities to review and approve weld packages validating supplier AWS and CWB weld procedures and perform regular and ad-hoc supplier audits
Lead development and revision of quality clauses related to ballistic steel and welding based on GDLS QMS and specific contractual requirements
Provide assistance to supplier selection and mentoring/training of new weld fab suppliers
Review of various contractual requirements across multiple programs, clear understanding of deliverables, participate in joint meetings/ reviews with stakeholders to ensure products delivered meet all quality requirements
Oversee application and review of existing quality processes and procedures, identify opportunities for development and refinement of quality system processes
Oversee quality risk assessments impacts to design developments, procurement, and related changes
Support quality process & ISO related audits, and implement corrective actions/improvements
Provide support to material supply issues, initiate, coordinate and ensure actions and resolutions identified are completed in timely manner
Provide technical support / oversight for Engineering Changes related to welding, compliance or classification issues
Active participation in Quality Engineering Risk Meetings, providing support, guidance and direction
Manage customer issues and expectations, lead and address issues/concerns, and provide technical and procedural guidance
Maintain favorable working relationships with internal and external customer
Required Qualifications:
Familiarity with North American welding codes and specifications
Applied knowledge of welding processes (GMAW, GTAW, Friction Stir Welding, etc.) and associated weld materials
Strong communication, organization and prioritization skills
Technical knowledge of engineering drawings, materials, GD&T, testing
Ability to obtain Level II Security Clearance
Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% US & Int'l) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
Preferred Qualifications:
General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is committed to providing all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of the employment process. We welcome and encourage applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous Persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or expression.
If you require an accommodation to assist you with any aspect of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Contact londonHR@gdls.com if you need accommodation.
It is a requirement that General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. As such, successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including, but not limited to, the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance to secret level.