Quality Engineer, APQP

Aspen is a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions. The Company's aerogel technology enables its customers and partners to achieve their own objectives around the global megatrends of resource efficiency, e-mobility, and clean energy. Aspen's PyroThin products enable solutions to thermal runaway challenges within the electric vehicle ("EV") market. Aspen Battery Materials, the Company's carbon aerogel initiative, seeks to increase the performance of lithium-ion battery cells to enable EV manufacturers to extend the driving range and reduce the cost of EVs. The Company's Cryogel and Pyrogel products are valued by the world's largest energy infrastructure companies. Aspen's strategy is to partner with world-class industry leaders to leverage its Aerogel Technology Platform into additional high-value markets. Aspen is headquartered in Northborough, Mass.

The Quality Engineer, Advanced Product works with internal and external teams, responsible for all Advanced Product Quality aspects of Product and Process development. This includes coordinating activities with Business Development, Product Engineering, NPI and Automation teams, through Phase 1 - 4 of the APQP process and ensuring all product and process design goals are met during this phase. They will ensure successful process adherence of the APQP process in the product & process development while also working to streamline the transition of new products to our manufacturing facilities. As the champion of Advanced product quality, you will be providing technical support, ensuring Product & Process compliance, and acting as the resident subject matter expert on all aspects of Advanced Product quality.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working APQP process with cross functional teams, develop and release product/process control plans, inspection standards, quality and testing plans and instructions, technical specifications and various testing and validations.
• Leading cross-functional teams to drive process and product development compliance, using audits to identify issues, manage and facilitate problem resolution including root cause investigation, and the development, implementation and monitoring of effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Able to clearly provide recommendations on product improvements (like Cp Cpk analysis and how to center the process)
• Should have a deep understanding of the Core Tools, be comfortable with 8D's, and work to solve problems actively with NPI & Ops on the floor
• Using strong knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA)/Process Failure Mode and Analysis (PFMEA) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to help with product and process development
• Consulting with the engineering teams and the management as the Subject Matter Expert on Advanced product quality-related issues.
• As directed, assuming leadership roles as needed by the team/project in any of the aspects above.
• Actively contributing to knowledge sharing within the team.
• Undertaking special projects as required and other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, statistics, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5 years Tier 1 automotive APQP experience with complex systems involving hardware, software, suppliers/contractors, and customers a strong asset.
• Certified Quality Engineering (CQE) a strong asset.
• In depth knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001 and VDA 6.3

• Other skills required:

• Excellent written and oral communicator
• Team player who is easy to work with
• Combination of big picture understanding and vision with outstanding attention to detail
• Problem solver with strong analytical skills - comfortable with both theoretical and practical issues
• Able to work independently and within a team
• Strong ability to document work
• Able to prioritize tasks effectively and to communicate roadblocks promptly to management within a fast-paced environment where project / team priorities may shift
• A curious person who stays abreast of the latest techniques and technologies
• High degree of discretion dealing with confidential information
• Able and willing to travel within US and Internationally as required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Regularly required to sit or stand and move about the facility. Required to be able to read documents and computer screens.
• Occasionally may be required to lift up to 50lbs of equipment/parts for testing and/or fabrication activities.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PERKS OF JOINING OUR TEAM!

Aspen is committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package, a positive and productive work environment, encouraged work/life and family balance, and opportunities for growth and development, in a culture that is focused on inclusion, sustainability, and working together to solve the world's toughest challenges.

Aspen is proud to offer a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Holidays, Sick Time, and PTO. In addition, we also offer Fitness Reimbursement, a 401k Employer Match, Life and Disability Insurance, and other benefits.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to abuttitta@aerogel.com or call and leave a voice message at (508) 466-3111 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information and we will return your message.