Quality Assurance Engineer I

North Atlantic Industries; Bohemia (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

North Atlantic Industries is a leading provider of embedded electronic solutions, specializing in rugged embedded computing, power supplies and motion simulation and measurement technologies. Our products and services are used by the military, aerospace, and industrial markets, helping to advance technology and protect the free world.

As the Quality Assurance Engineer I, you support the Quality team in ensuring the quality and reliability of North Atlantic Industries' electronic systems

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing/quality roles.
• Fundamental knowledge of electronics, mechanical and manufacturing concepts.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support failure analysis for supplier-related issues and assist with corrective actions.
• Investigate factory non-conformances and assist in closing corrective actions.
• Support internal and external audits (AS9100/ISO 9001) and customer requirements.
• Serve as Quality representative for production teams.
• Assist with RCCA requests and post-delivery issues.
• Collect, analyze, and report quality data and defect trends.
• Participate in MRB and resolve day-to-day nonconformances.
• Develop, review, and maintain quality documentation.
• Support activities that improve and promote the QMS.

Skills

Communication skills

Failure analysis knowledge

Prioritization

IPC standards familiarity

Data analytics & SPC knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Description

North Atlantic Industries is a leading provider of embedded electronic solutions, specializing in rugged embedded computing, power supplies and motion simulation and measurement technologies. Our products and services are used by the military, aerospace, and industrial markets, helping to advance technology and protect the free world.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

North Atlantic Industries is a leading provider of embedded electronic solutions, specializing in rugged embedded computing, power supplies and motion simulation and measurement technologies. Our products and services are used by the military, aerospace, and industrial markets, helping to advance technology and protect the free world. NAI is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace! Our culture is very collaborative. We have team building events, company picnics, special event days and an employee game room. Please visit our website at www.naii.com/careers to see more about what makes us a unique place to work.

Summary

As the Quality Assurance Engineer I, you support the Quality team in ensuring the quality and reliability of North Atlantic Industries' electronic systems throughout the manufacturing process. You collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, investigate, and resolve quality issues while developing the technical knowledge and problem-solving skills needed to support production yield, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Support failure analysis for supplier-related issues and assist with implementing supplier corrective actions.
• Conduct investigations on factory non-conformances, perform root cause analysis with guidance, and assist in ensuring timely closure of corrective actions.
• Support internal audits and assist with external audits related to AS9100/ISO 9001, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Serve as a Quality representative for production teams by supporting day-to-day product quality activities.
• Assist with customer post-delivery issues and support completion of customer RCCA requests.
• Collect, analyze, and report quality data, yield metrics, and defect trends to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) activities and assist with the resolution of day-to-day nonconformances.
• Assist in developing, reviewing, and maintaining quality documentation including procedures, work instructions, inspection plans, and quality records.
• Support activities that improve, maintain, and promote the Quality Management System.

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, Quality Control, or a related field within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Fundamental knowledge of electronics, mechanical, and manufacturing concepts.

Preferred Skills And Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical information.
• Fundamental knowledge of failure analysis and process-oriented thinking.
• Ability to prioritize work, learn quickly, and contribute in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with IPC standards (e.g., IPC-A-610, J-STD-001), workmanship standards, and AS9100 standards.
• Skills to support data analytics and knowledge of statistical process control are a plus.

North Atlantic Industries (NAI) is proud to be an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons in all facets of employment. We encourage females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing. As a federal government contractor, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Executive Orders, NAI is required to develop annual affirmative action Plans (AAPs). Any employees or applicants who wish to review the affirmative action Plan (AAP) for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities can contact us by sending an email to [e-mail] or by calling Human Resources at 631‑567‑1100. If you are a disabled individual or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at the number referenced above. EEO is the law, applicants and employees of NAI are protected under federal law from discrimination.

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Salary Description

$65,000 - $80,000 per year