Quality Engineer

Socket.dev; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

TT Electronics requires a Quality Engineer I to support the Quality Assurance organization by applying engineering and problem-solving skills to ensure product conformity and customer satisfaction. The role partners with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to translate quality requirements into production documentation and processes.

The position focuses on inspection planning, FAIRs, audits, corrective actions, and customer quality activities under direct guidance, with ITAR compliance

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of AS9100/ISO 9001 requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to participate in structured RCA activities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills across departments.
• High attention to detail with strong documentation accuracy.
• Ability to learn and apply quality tools, FAIR requirements, and inspection methods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; exposure to ERP/MES systems preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams under guidance and supervision.
• Commitment to learning quality standards, customer requirements, and compliance expectations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in completing First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and related documentation.
• Support customer source inspections and prepare required documentation packages.
• Review sales orders to confirm quality requirements and generate Quality Control Instructions (QCIs).
• Participate in internal investigations and support root cause and corrective action activities.
• Update and maintain quality procedures, forms, and inspection criteria.
• Support training on workmanship standards and quality requirements.
• Assist in preparing basic quality metrics, KPIs, and trend charts.
• Support internal audits and nonconformance reviews.
• Other duties as required and/or assigned.

Skills

AS9100/ISO9001

Engineering drawings

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Documentation accuracy

Microsoft Office

ERP/MES exposure

Education

Bachelors in Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ERP Systems

MES Systems

Job description

Company Overview

COME JOIN OUR JOURNEY!

When you join TT, you join our global community of visionaries, creators, and achievers dedicated to engineering and manufacturing electronic solutions enabling a safer, healthier and more sustainable world. Simply put, we are a global manufacturer with a passion for engineering advanced electronics that benefit our planet and people for future generations. We are committed to having a positive impact on the world through a culture built around safety, transparency, collaboration, and positive relationships. Our teams are fueled by performance and expertise, leading the charge in innovation, efficiency and delivering world-class customer service. Be part of the journey.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., "Green Card Holder"), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Introduction

The Quality Engineer supports the Quality Assurance organization by applying fundamental engineering and problem-solving skills to ensure product conformity, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement. This role partners with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure basic quality requirements are correctly interpreted and flowed into production documentation. The QE I assists with inspection planning, First Article documentation, internal audits, corrective action support, and customer quality activities under direct guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in completing First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and related documentation.
• Support customer source inspections and prepare required documentation packages.
• Review sales orders to confirm quality requirements and generate Quality Control Instructions (QCIs).
• Participate in internal investigations and support root cause and corrective action activities.
• Update and maintain quality procedures, forms, and inspection criteria.
• Support training on workmanship standards and quality requirements.
• Assist in preparing basic quality metrics, KPIs, and trend charts.
• Support internal audits and nonconformance reviews.
• Other duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Attributes

Core Requirements

• Foundational understanding of AS9100/ISO 9001 requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to participate in structured RCA activities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills across departments.
• High attention to detail with strong documentation accuracy.
• Ability to learn and apply quality tools, FAIR requirements, and inspection methods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; exposure to ERP/MES systems preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams under guidance and supervision.
• Commitment to learning quality standards, customer requirements, and compliance expectations.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations (ADA)

Desireable Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, or related engineering field.
• 1-2 years of engineering or manufacturing experience (internship/co-op acceptable).
• Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., "Green Card Holder"), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

TT Electronics does not accept any unsolicited resumes from third parties. Any resumes submitted by a third party for this or any other position will not be subject to any recruitment fees if hired.

Solving Technology Challenges for a Sustainable World

We want the very best people in our TT family across the globe - so we welcome applications from everyone, to celebrate a diverse mix of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and you can rest assured that TT Electronics takes positive steps to ensure we are an inclusive business, that will welcome and support you, from your initial application to wherever your career takes you! Please get in touch if you’d like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to your application, in order that we can accommodate and support you in the process. If you want to work for a company where who you are is valued and respected, we’d love to hear from you.

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