Quality Assurance Engineer

SKF • Falconer, NY

10d • $75,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Engineer ensures aerospace bearing products meet customer requirements, engineering specifications, regulatory standards, and internal quality expectations. The role supports manufacturing operations by developing, implementing, and continually improving quality systems, inspection processes, corrective actions, and compliance activities. It serves as a key liaison among Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and customers to advance product quality, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

The position supports quality-system compliance, product quality assurance, process improvement, and customer support. This includes translating customer and regulatory requirements into actionable factory processes, maintaining customer compliance matrices, coordinating first article inspection and PPAP initiatives, and serving as the primary quality interface for customer matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 3 years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working within a regulated industry such as aerospace, aviation, automotive, medical device, or precision manufacturing.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and auditing principles.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and technical standards.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and quality data analysis tools.
• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to stand, walk, and inspect manufacturing processes for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to use inspection tools, measuring instruments, and computer equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Aerospace manufacturing experience, preferably in bearings, precision components, or rotating equipment.
• Working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, and FAA quality requirements.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), or other ASQ certifications.
• Experience with Minitab or similar statistical analysis software.
• Knowledge of nondestructive testing (NDT) methods and special process controls.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, FAA, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Support maintenance and continual improvement of the Quality Management System.
• Participate in internal, customer, and third-party audits and support corrective action activities.
• Develop and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, inspection plans, and control plans.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to ensure quality standards are met.
• Investigate product nonconformances and lead root cause analysis using tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and FMEA.
• Review and disposition nonconforming material with Engineering and Manufacturing teams.
• Develop, implement, and verify corrective and preventive actions.
• Support first article inspections in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Analyze quality data, trends, and performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Translate customer specifications, contractual requirements, and industry standards into actionable manufacturing, inspection, and engineering requirements.
• Develop and maintain customer compliance matrices to ensure technical, regulatory, and quality requirements are reviewed, deployed, verified, and demonstrated throughout product realization.
• Lead cross-functional FAI and PPAP initiatives by coordinating engineering, manufacturing, quality, and customer stakeholders for timely submission, approval, and compliance.
• Serve as the primary quality interface between customers, engineering, and operations, ensuring customer expectations are interpreted and integrated into production processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect reduction, process capability, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and mistake-proofing solutions.
• Respond to customer quality concerns and support customer audits and assessments.
• Prepare quality reports, corrective action responses, and quality performance metrics.
• Interface directly with customers regarding product quality and compliance matters as required.

Benefits

• Generous PTO policy
• 13 paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare options and an opt-out payment
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Supplemental critical illness coverage
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discount programs
• Short Term Variable Salary or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at management's discretion
• 401(k) with a 100% match up to 5% of elected contribution, 100% vesting, and an additional 5% company contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level