Quality Engineer I

Pursuit Aerospace; East Windsor Hill (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pursuit Aerospace is seeking a Quality Engineer I to provide support across operations, development, and quality teams in South Windsor, CT. This 1st shift role focuses on zero-defect programs, data analysis, and maintaining quality processes.

You will assist with inspections, non-conformances, and documentation while collaborating with production and engineering to improve product quality and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must have degree in engineering or related field.
• Experience with quality systems and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and NADCAP is preferred.
• Ability to write procedures and maintain documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support writing procedures and data collection/analysis.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining the quality management system (AS9100, NADCAP).
• Compile and submit FAIR packages per customer requirements.
• Participate in contract reviews to align requirements with QMS.
• Inspect and test materials and products to meet quality standards.
• Use PFMEA, MSA, and Control Plans to improve processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive CAPA.
• Evaluate supplier quality and support audits and improvement plans.
• Work with production and engineering to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Quality engineering

AS9100/NADCAP

Data analysis

CAPA

Documentation

Cross-functional

PFMEA

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, Materials or Metallurgy

Tools

CAD

QMS software

ERP software

Job description

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Quality Engineer I

Full-time Regular Quality South Windsor, CT, US

About Us:

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About the Opportunity:

As a Quality Engineer I, you will provide support to operational and development programs to enable and deliver zero defect projects utilizing engineering and problem-solving skills. This role also supports the development and implementation of quality processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. As Quality Engineer I you will also assist with inspections, testing, non‑conformance management, and documentation.

Location: South Windsor, CT 100% onsite. 1st shift Monday - Friday 7:00am -3:30pm

Responsibilities:

• Support writing procedure, collecting and analyzing data.
• Support in implementing and maintaining the quality management system. (AS9100, AS13100, NADCAP)
• Compile and submit FAIR (First Article Inspection Report) packages per customer requirements
• Participate in contract review process to ensure customer requirements can be met and are effectively incorporated in QMS.
• Support the inspection and testing of raw materials, in‑process materials, and finished products to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Utilize Quality Engineering tools like PFMEA, Measurement System Analysis, and Control Plans to monitor and improve internal processes.
• Work with cross‑functional teams to identify the root causes of quality issues and assist in implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance and quality, supporting supplier audits, and assisting with the development of quality improvement plans.
• Work closely with production, engineering, and other departments to resolve quality issues and improve overall product quality.
• Participate in continual improvement activities to enhance the quality system, such as 5S, Kaizen, LEAN, etc.
• Support the Quality Inspectors to ensure that products and processes comply with the relevant requirements of the quality management system and customer requirements.
• Create and maintain company quality documentation, such as quality manuals, quality procedures, etc.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering, Material Science or Metallurgy
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full‑time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full‑time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of quality engineering experience
• Understanding of quality principles and methodologies.
• Experience and training in quality systems including AS9100 and NADCAP
• Proficiency in quality management systems, process validation, and customer specifications.
• Experience working with CAD, QMS and ERP software.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills with the ability to guide junior team members effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate across teams and with customers.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.