Quality Engineer (Associate or Experienced)

Boeing; Smithfield (PA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Argon ST Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) in Smithfield, PA seeks a Quality Engineer (Associate or Experienced) to support the B-52 Certified Engine Replacement Program. The role involves First Article Inspection, NCR disposition, and interfacing with customers for drawing requirements and work instruction approvals.

The position emphasizes root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and data-driven quality assurance across supplier and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or related fields.
• 1+ year of experience with QMS.
• 1+ year of experience with quality inspection or auditing.
• 1+ year of experience with RCCA and NCR processes.
• Travel up to 5% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Research contractual and Boeing Quality Management System requirements for applicability to proposals and processes.
• Develop sections of quality metrics and certification plans to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Analyze capability assessments to support supplier selection activities.
• Participate in reviews to ensure quality attributes are included in designs.
• Perform data analysis to ensure manufacturing and test readiness.
• Provide material review dispositions for non-conformances.
• Analyze NCR trends to evaluate corrective action effectiveness.
• Compile performance reports to ensure process capability levels.
• Work under general supervision.

Skills

QMS experience

Inspection & auditing

Root cause analysis

NCR processes

Engineering degree

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

Quality Engineer (Associate or Experienced) Company: Argon ST Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has exciting opportunities for Quality Engineers (Associate or Experienced) to join our dynamic team in Smithfield, PA! This position’s primary duties will be supporting the B-52 Certified Engine Replacement Program performing First Article Inspection (FAI), Corrective Actions, Non-Conformance Review (NCR) disposition, review/approving/interpreting engineering drawing requirements, approving work instructions, and interfacing with customers and stakeholders.

Position Responsibilities:

• Researches contractual and Boeing Quality Management System requirements for applicability to specific proposals and program processes and documentation
• Develops sections of quality metrics, design and production certification plans to ensure compliance with contractual, Company and regulatory requirements
• Analyzes capability assessments to support supplier selection activities
• Participates in various reviews to ensure quality attributes are incorporated into product designs
• Performs data analysis to ensure manufacturing and test readiness
• Provides material review dispositions for non-conformances
• Analyzes non-conformance trends to evaluate effectiveness of corrective actions
• Compiles performance reports and other statistical data to ensure specified processes capability levels are achieved
• Works under general supervision

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
• 1+ year of experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• 1+ year of experience with quality Inspection and/or auditing
• 1+ year of experience with root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA)
• 1+ year of experience working with Non-conformance (NCR) processes

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 3: 3 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• 3+ years of experience with quality Inspection and/or auditing
• 3+ years of experience with root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA) methods
• 3+ years of experience working with Non-conformance (NCR) processes
• 3+ years of experience in aerospace, fabrication, or manufacturing environment

Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process

Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Travel: Position may require travel up to 5% of the time.

Shift: This role may be on first or second shift; The candidate must be able to work any shift assigned.

Pay & Benefits: At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: Associate level (Level 2): USD $83,300- $112,700 Experienced level (Level 3): USD $100,300 – $135,700

Language Requirements: Not Applicable

Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement: This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance: This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. EEO is the law Boeing EEO Policy.

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