Quality Engineer (Aerospace) - APQP, Audits & PM

RBC; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC Bearings Incorporated in Torrington, CT, is seeking a Quality Management professional to lead the implementation of the QMS and ensure products meet customer specs and reliability.

You will manage projects, launches, supplier development, and audits in collaboration with Applications Engineers and manufacturing teams, with travel ~5%. The role emphasizes PFMEA, control plans, and MSA to drive continuous improvement across the supply base.

Qualifications

• BS degree preferred or AS with 5+ years QA/engineering/manufacturing experience.
• Willingness to travel ~5% of the time.
• Experience with inspection of high-precision components; FAA or AS9100 exposure a plus.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and process audits.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and ensure timely completion using WBS, Gantt charts, and project plans.
• Lead program launches with APQP tools, PFMEA, Control Plans, and MSA.
• Collaborate with Purchasing to improve supplier capability and perform supplier audits.
• Perform internal and external quality audits and collect data for performance metrics.
• Analyze customer rejections and troubleshoot non-conformances.

Skills

ISO/AS9100 requirements

FAA standards and requirements

Statistical analysis

APQP/PPAP/PCD process

Gage R&R

Product/manufacturing methods

Education

BS degree preferred or AS with 5+ years experience

Job description

RBC Bearings Incorporated in Torrington, CT, is seeking a Quality Management professional to lead the implementation of the QMS and ensure products meet customer specs and reliability.

You will manage projects, launches, supplier development, and audits in collaboration with Applications Engineers and manufacturing teams, with travel ~5%. The role emphasizes PFMEA, control plans, and MSA to drive continuous improvement across the supply base.