Quality Engineer

Murphy Search Group; Connecticut; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Murphy Search Group is seeking a dynamic Quality Engineer to join their world-class manufacturing team in Connecticut. The ideal candidate will have a background in aerospace engineering and experience with AS9100 standards, playing a crucial role in maintaining quality during manufacturing processes for electro-mechanical products.

This role involves responsibilities such as conducting Quality Control inspections, providing technical guidance to the team, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Quality Engineer in the aerospace industry.
• Proficiency in AS9100 and AS9102 (First Article Inspection and Reporting).
• Experience in new product qualification and validation testing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain quality engineering requirements to adhere to AS9100 Standard.
• Conduct Quality Control inspections as per established procedures.
• Review technical documentation including drawings and test protocols.
• Provide guidance and training on quality standards.
• Conduct First Article Inspection (FAI) to ensure product specifications.

Skills

Quality engineering

Aerospace manufacturing

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Aeronautical, Electrical)

Tools

Software for First Article Inspection (FAI)

Statistical software

Job description

Quality Engineer

Our client is seeking a dynamic and innovative Quality Engineer within their world‑class manufacturing team. Their customers span commercial aerospace, aeronautics, space, military, and electronics industries. This role is pivotal in maintaining the high standards of quality in our manufacturing processes for assembling electro‑mechanical products, inspection, and electrical testing. Your expertise in quality engineering, coupled with your knowledge of aerospace manufacturing, will be crucial in understanding our customer's drawings, specifications, and associated standards applicable in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the quality engineering requirements to ensure manufacturing processes are in accordance with AS9100 Standard.
• Ensure that Quality Control inspections for First Articles and lot manufacturing are conducted as required per laid down procedures and statistical sampling.
• Coordinate with Production to anticipate and prevent potential issues in the manufacturing processes that could inhibit consistent quality of the product.
• Review technical product documentation including drawings, bills of materials, test protocols and reports, manufacturing instructions, engineering change orders (ECO), etc.
• Provide technical guidance and training to the manufacturing team on quality standards and best practices.
• Conduct First Article Inspection (FAI) to verify the manufacturing processes and ensure the product meets specified requirements.
• Participate in Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) teams and feed inputs from manufacturing floor for an effective analysis.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to address and resolve quality issues.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Aeronautical, Electrical) or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Quality Engineer in the aerospace industry.
• Proficiency in using appropriate software for FAI and FAIRs.
• Proficiency in AS9100 and AS9102 (First Article Inspection and Reporting).
• Experience in new product qualification and validation testing is a plus.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and a strong attention to detail.
• The ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.