New Product Introduction Quality Engineer

SST Direct; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with 5% company match

Employee assistance program

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

SST Direct is seeking an experienced NPI Quality Engineer to support New Product Introduction in Windsor, CT. You will develop CMM inspection methods, program PC-DMIS and MCOSMOS, and interpret drawings to ensure first article qualification and ongoing quality across new products.

The role requires 3+ years of CMM programming, strong GD&T knowledge, and experience with ISO 9001/AS9100. You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CMM programming experience.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and dimensional inspection methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with PC-DMIS and MCOSMOS CMM programming.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality management system requirements.
• Experience performing quality inspections and supporting QA activities in manufacturing.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and maintain CMM inspection programs using PC-DMIS and MCOSMOS for precision-machined components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, product specifications, and technical documentation to establish inspection methods and measurement strategies.
• Select and utilize fixturing, tooling, and inspection setups to ensure accurate, consistent measurements.
• Review and verify product inspections and testing to ensure compliance with drawings and customer specifications.
• Perform Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Gauge R&R studies to validate measurement processes and equipment.
• Prepare, maintain, and manage quality documentation including control plans, inspection plans, FAI reports, and PPAP documentation.
• Ensure quality plans and process controls meet requirements and contractual obligations.
• Collaborate with engineers, machinists, and QA personnel to resolve inspection issues and support product launches.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow safety procedures.

Job description

New Product Introduction (NPI) Quality Engineer

Location: Windsor, CT
Salary Range: $90K - $100K
Benefits: Listed at the bottom

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Engineer to support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities within a growing manufacturing operation. This role is responsible for developing inspection strategies, programming coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), verifying product compliance, and maintaining quality documentation throughout the product introduction process.

The NPI Quality Engineer will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Machining, and Quality Control teams to ensure new products meet customer specifications, engineering requirements, and applicable quality standards. The ideal candidate has strong CMM programming experience, a solid understanding of GD&T, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and maintain CMM inspection programs using PC-DMIS and MCOSMOS for precision-machined components.

• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, product specifications, and technical documentation to establish appropriate inspection methods and measurement strategies.

• Select and utilize appropriate fixturing, tooling, and inspection setups to ensure accurate, consistent, and repeatable measurements.

• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, and customer-specific standards to establish product inspection criteria.

• Review and verify product inspections and testing to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, dimensional requirements, and customer specifications.

• Perform Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (Gage R&R) studies to validate measurement processes and equipment.

• Develop, prepare, and maintain quality documentation, including control plans, inspection plans, First Article Inspection (FAI) reports, and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation in accordance with customer requirements.

• Ensure quality plans, project documentation, and process controls meet applicable requirements, objectives, and contractual obligations.

• Collaborate with engineers, machinists, and quality personnel to resolve inspection issues, address product nonconformances, and support successful product launches.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with established safety procedures.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Quality Engineer or in a similar quality-focused manufacturing role.

• Minimum of 3 years of CMM programming experience.

• Strong knowledge of GD&T, blueprint interpretation, engineering specifications, and dimensional inspection methodologies.

• Hands-on experience with PC-DMIS and/or MCOSMOS CMM programming.

• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality management system requirements.

• Proven experience performing quality inspections and supporting quality assurance activities in a manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with statistical analysis and process control tools, including Minitab and Statistical Process Control (SPC).

• Ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a positive attitude and commitment to quality.

• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and achieve objectives with minimal supervision.

• U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering degree or a degree in a related technical field.

• Additional experience supporting aerospace manufacturing, precision machining, or new product introduction programs.

Benefits

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• 401(k) with 5% company match

• Employee assistance program

• Disability insurance
• Paid holidays