Quality Engineer

Aero Gear • Windsor, CT

2d • $70,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Aero Gear is a global supplier of aerospace gears and gearbox assemblies to major OEMs. Founded in 1982, the company emphasizes teamwork, excellence, continuous improvement, investment in technology, and employee development. The outlook for the company is strong as it continues to pursue sustained success.

The Quality Engineer plans and conducts activities related to quality control and assurance for industrial processes, materials, and products. The role works with customers to support timely submission and approval of flow-down requirements and provides first-line quality engineering support for key customers. It also supports customer and vendor quality investigations and promotes problem-solving practices and defect prevention.

The position has no supervisory responsibilities. The employee must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The job description notes that duties may change and that reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Experience with aerospace manufacturing machines, processes, specifications, and materials.
• Skills in data analysis, blueprint ballooning, and creating Inspection Methods Sheets (IMS).
• Knowledge of Measurement System Analysis and statistical process control.
• Experience with RCCA, DICE, 8D, nonconforming material evaluation, internal audits, and process certification.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, process mapping, specification interpretation and application, and inspection methods.
• Ability to manage customer-to-supplier requirement flow-down and calibration.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Knowledge of LCS MCL requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of material testing and microstructure/microhardness.
• Document control skills.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; close vision is required. The role frequently involves sitting and using hands to finger, handle, or feel, and occasionally involves standing, walking, talking, or hearing.

Nice To Haves

• A college degree is a plus.
• AS13000 training.
• Experience with DISCUS, Inspection Expert, Minitab, Net Inspect, Solumina, GE Score, GE ECAV, or GE SPS Digital Desktop.

Responsibilities

• Develop and initiate standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation.
• Establish programs to evaluate the precision and accuracy of production equipment and testing, measurement, and analytical equipment and facilities.
• Conduct quality engineering reviews of design documentation for compliance with stated requirements, including vendor quality manuals and company quality records.
• Apply statistical process control methods to analyze data and evaluate process capability.
• Review purchased products and components and provide input on product acceptance and future vendor purchases.
• Document data obtained during quality activities in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Provide first-line quality engineering support for key customers.
• Support quality investigations, including customer and vendor escapes.
• Promote a culture and practices focused on solving problems.
• Use advanced quality tools, including PFMEA, Control Plans, and MSA, to establish risk-mitigation strategies and prevent defects.
• Support process approval activities, including FAIR and PPAP development, review, and submission.
• Develop process specifications and write procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary company match.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Uniform stipend and safety equipment reimbursement.
• Workers' compensation coverage.
• Employee-focused culture with opportunities for growth and development. Benefits eligibility and coverage are subject to plan terms and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed