Quality Engineer III - Aerospace Electronics - Montclair, NJ

Michael Page; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer matching

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer in Montclair, NJ. The role focuses on leading quality activities, driving corrective actions, and supporting audits in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

You will collaborate with engineering, operations, suppliers, and customers to drive improvements, interpret complex drawings, and maintain robust quality documentation. This position offers growth in a global aerospace/defense context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 4+ years of quality engineering experience in aerospace/defense or similar manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001 and related QMS.
• Experience leading root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality engineering activities to ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and internal requirements.
• Drive root cause investigations, corrective actions, and non-conformance management processes.
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, test procedures, and technical documentation.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
• Analyze quality data and recommend improvements using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Ensure quality documentation is maintained accurately and in accordance with industry standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Provide guidance on quality requirements, compliance, and best practices.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Quality systems

Interpreting drawings

Audits

Stakeholder management

Communication

Minitab

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality/Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Engineer to play a key role in ensuring product excellence within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. Working closely with engineering, operations, suppliers, and customers, you will drive quality improvements, support compliance initiatives, and help maintain the highest industry standards.

This global organization designs and manufactures highly reliable advanced electronics and electromechanical solutions used in mission‑critical aerospace and defense applications. The business combines decades of engineering heritage with a forward‑looking approach to innovation and continuous improvement. Engineers are given real ownership over technical direction, product strategy, and customer outcomes. The culture is collaborative, hands‑on, and grounded in long‑term thinking rather than short‑term wins. Teams work closely with customers to solve complex problems that genuinely matter.

Description

• Lead quality engineering activities to ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and internal requirements.
• Drive root cause investigations, corrective actions, and non-conformance management processes.
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, test procedures, and technical documentation.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
• Analyze quality data and recommend improvements using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Ensure quality documentation is maintained accurately and in accordance with industry standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Provide guidance on quality requirements, compliance, and best practices.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Quality, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 4+ years of quality engineering experience within aerospace, defense, or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, and related quality management systems.
• Experience leading root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, process capability analysis, or structured problem-solving tools is preferred.
• Familiarity with Minitab and quality certifications are advantageous.
• Must be eligible to work with controlled technical data in accordance with applicable regulations.

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
• Tuition and education reimbursement opportunities.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Exposure to cutting-edge aerospace and electronics technologies.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to make a measurable impact on product quality and operational performance.
• On-site position in Montclair, NJ.
  

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