Quality Engineer I

Pursuit Aerospace • Malden, MA

13d

About The Position

We are looking for a detail-oriented and driven Quality Engineer I to join our Quality Engineering team. This role is critical in ensuring that all aerospace components and systems meet both customer expectations and regulatory requirements. You will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to support product quality throughout the entire lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.
• 2+ years of experience in a quality engineering role, preferably in the aerospace or defense industry.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Some exposure in working with NADCAP special processes.
• Knowledge of APQP/PPAP processes.
• Some experience with quality tools (FMEA, SPC, MSA, Control Plans) and problem-solving methodologies.
• Familiarity in interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Familiarity with ERP and QMS systems.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance: Support Product Families by developing, improving and implementing quality plans. Address potential non-compliance/non-conformance issues, perform containment activities, determine root causes, execute effective corrective and preventive actions. Create First Article Inspection (FAI) packages, special process requests, MRB tickets.
• Process Improvement: Support process improvement initiatives by performing MSAs, SPC analysis, Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies. Identify opportunities for process enhancements and contribute to their implementation.
• Technical Support: Provide technical support for quality-related issues, including performing detailed root cause analysis, implementing solutions, and hands-on measurement verification when needed. Assist in new product design reviews and quality assessments.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with manufacturing engineers, production teams, and quality inspectors to resolve quality issues and ensure compliance with quality standards. Facilitate the implementation of best practices and standard operating procedures. Role will involve presenting to the Customer in person or on teleconferences.
• Documentation Management: Maintain accurate documentation related to quality inspections, measurement data, and non-conformance reports. Ensure that all records are up-to-date and compliant with regulatory standards.
• Supplier Quality: Support supplier quality management by assisting in the evaluation and improvement of supplier performance. Participate in supplier audits and address quality issues as needed.

Benefits

• Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

What This Job Offers

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