2026 Quality Engineer I - Slidell, LA

Textron • Slidell, LA

6h

About The Position

We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:
The Quality Engineer I performs assignments that necessitate independent evaluation, selection, and application of standard Quality Engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, employing judgment and ingenuity to make necessary adaptations and modifications. This role involves working on moderately complex contracts, requiring autonomous execution within a defined set of skills or knowledge areas. The Quality Engineer supports various activities, including product design, quality planning, production processes, data analysis, and metric development. Additionally, the role involves identifying root causes of issues, implementing corrective actions, and driving continuous process and product improvements to enhance overall quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical, or industrial engineering, or a related discipline with 0 – 2 years’ experience
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to triage defect data and identify trends
• Fluent knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Knowledge of statistical techniques and applications
• Effective written and oral communication skills, good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze specifications, drawings, procedures, and schematics.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications for tolerances, dimensions, weld symbols, and datum schemes to ensure accuracy and compliance with design requirements.
• Effective ability to organize and prioritize assigned tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Eligible to obtain a security clearance
• An inquiring mind and passion for learning
• Knowledge of Quality Engineering and manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of AS9100 Standard and or ISO 9001
• Technical knowledge of inspection and test techniques
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and concepts
• Knowledge of Control plans and PFMEAs and the ability to develop them for different processes. Knowledge of different inspection techniques and the ability to devise new methods or techniques to ensure parts are in compliance.

Responsibilities

• Reviews customer contracts on simple to moderately complex projects; responsible for requirements analysis, identification, and definition.
• Performs quality planning activities including development of Quality Plan, Quality Assurance Directive and Inspection Plan documents as required by the assigned project(s).
• Uses knowledge of inspection tools and techniques to define inspection requirements.
• Participates in product development and design document reviews targeting DFX
• Participates in process improvement activities through monitoring, root cause investigations, auditing, failure analysis etc.
• Partner with manufacturing to ensure the plans achieve what is designed on the drawings and the appropriate inspections are placed in the plans to ensure compliance.
• Participates in Contract Data Requirements List development, review and delivery to the customer as required by the assigned project(s).
• Assists in developing fabrication/build processes and standards.
• Performs Material Review Board (MRB) disposition and tracking activities.
• Interfaces with internal organizations and systems in performance of the assigned Quality Engineering functions.
• Interfaces with Supplier Quality Engineering to provide guidance and support for supplier issues.
• Conduct and report on quality audits, ensuring the Quality Management System is corrected to address findings. Analyze production results/inspection data for trends and possible corrections to bring the processes in line.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy compressed work week schedule that varies by allowing for additional days off such as 5/8, 9/80 and 4/10s, leading to additional Fridays off work!
• Dress for Your Day: No day is the same, so we don’t think you should dress like it. Dress smart for an important meeting, wear jeans for a casual day at the office or on the shop floor.
• Employee Discounts: We provide a one-stop-shop for access to exclusive offers and deep discounts from over 30,000 merchants and millions of products such as Bose, Apple, FitBit, HP, At&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, travel discounts and more!
• Career Development & Training Opportunities: We believe our people are our number 1 asset. At Textron Systems, we offer shadowing opportunities, mentorship programs and both on-site and virtual formal training to help our team grow in their careers.
• Many More Benefits: Textron Systems offers many additional benefits you can take advantage of as well!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees