Quality Engineer

AUT Curtiss Wright Controls Integrated Sensing; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 84,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match and Profit Sh

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Recognition

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

Quality Engineer at Curtiss-Wright in Hauppauge, NY is responsible for developing and maintaining quality systems, inspection criteria, and processes across manufacturing to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and customer requirements.

The role analyzes production data, reviews nonconformances, and drives corrective actions while supporting audits and cross-functional collaboration to sustain product quality and process reliability throughout the production lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field
• 4-6+ years of experience in quality assurance or manufacturing quality support
• Working knowledge of quality systems, inspection methods, and regulatory standards (GLP, GMP, ISO, Six Sigma)
• Experience analyzing production data, evaluating nonconformances, and implementing corrective actions
• Strong understanding of quality documentation practices and product assurance requirements
• Effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and customer/vendor interaction
• Ability to support audits and apply quality engineering principles in fast-paced manufacturing environments
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical interpretation skills with attention to detail
• Commitment to continuous improvement, accuracy, and fostering a quality-focused team culture

Responsibilities

• Develop, apply, and refine quality standards, inspection criteria, and procedures for receiving, in-process, and final product evaluation to ensure compliance with internal, contractual, and regulatory requirements (30%).
• Analyze production data, review nonconformances, determine dispositions, and implement corrective actions to improve product quality and process stability (25%).
• Provide technical support to inspection and production teams, interpreting specifications, resolving quality issues, and ensuring consistent application of inspection methods (20%).
• Support customer, vendor, and internal department interactions by addressing quality concerns, participating in audits, and preparing required product assurance documentation (15%).
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying trends, recommending updates to quality standards, and supporting enhancements to test methods and procedures (10%).

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Audit support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Job description

Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer Supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality systems and inspection processes across manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with internal standards, customer requirements, and applicable regulatory frameworks. The role contributes to product quality, process reliability, and operational consistency by analyzing data, resolving quality issues, supporting audits, and collaborating cross-functionally to uphold quality expectations across the production lifecycle.

Location: Hauppauge, NY - Onsite Salary Range: $ 83,800 - 90,000 per year plus bonus

Benefits

We Take Care of Our People

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge

• Develop, apply, and refine quality standards, inspection criteria, and procedures for receiving, in-process, and final product evaluation to ensure compliance with internal, contractual, and regulatory requirements (30%).
• Analyze production data, review nonconformances, determine dispositions, and implement corrective actions to improve product quality and process stability (25%).
• Provide technical support to inspection and production teams, interpreting specifications, resolving quality issues, and ensuring consistent application of inspection methods (20%).
• Support customer, vendor, and internal department interactions by addressing quality concerns, participating in audits, and preparing required product assurance documentation (15%).
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying trends, recommending updates to quality standards, and supporting enhancements to test methods and procedures (10%).

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field
• 4-6+ years of experience in quality assurance or manufacturing quality support
• Working knowledge of quality systems, inspection methods, and regulatory standards (GLP, GMP, ISO, Six Sigma, etc.)
• Experience analyzing production data, evaluating nonconformances, and implementing corrective actions
• Strong understanding of quality documentation practices and product assurance requirements
• Effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and customer/vendor interaction
• Ability to support audits and apply quality engineering principles in fast-paced manufacturing environments
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical interpretation skills with attention to detail
• Commitment to continuous improvement, accuracy, and fostering a quality-focused team culture

Who We Are

Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance #LI-YH1

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

For US Applicants: EEO is The Law.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments - Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall - we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Our Values

Leadership We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers' expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.