Quality Engineering Leader

Pursuit Aerospace; Malden (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pursuit Aerospace in Malden, MA seeks an experienced Quality Engineering Leader to elevate the quality function, mentor a growing team, and drive continuous improvement in a collaborative manufacturing environment.

The role leads quality plans, analyses root causes, and supports new product design reviews and supplier quality management, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering is required.
• 8+ years of quality engineering experience in aerospace is required.
• 3+ years of people management experience.
• Must be able to work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of quality engineers and CMM programmers, providing guidance and mentorship.
• Lead development and implementation of quality plans across product families; manage non-conformances; participate in FAI, MRB.
• Drive process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, and other tools; implement CAPAs.

Skills

Leadership

Quality engineering

Lean Six Sigma

SPC

FMEA

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Minitab

SAP

ERP systems

QMS software

Job description

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.

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

We’re looking for an experienced Quality Engineering Leader to lead and guide our quality engineering team. As a Leader, you will leverage your expertise and leadership abilities to elevate the quality function, foster team growth, and drive continuous improvement in a collaborative environment.

Location: Malden, MA

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Mentorship: Oversee a team of quality engineers and CMM programmers, providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship to ensure the continuous development of team members. Foster a collaborative environment where individuals are empowered to solve complex quality issues and contribute to process improvements.
• Quality Assurance: Lead the development, improvement, and implementation of quality plans across product families. Address non-compliance/non-conformance issues, oversee root cause analysis, and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are executed. Actively participate in First Article Inspection (FAI) packages, special process requests, and MRB tickets.
• Process Improvement: Drive process improvement initiatives, utilizing tools such as MSAs, SPC analysis, Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies. Identify opportunities for process enhancements, lead change initiatives, and ensure successful implementation across teams.
• Strategic Technical Support: Provide advanced technical support for quality-related issues, conduct detailed root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions. Support new product design reviews, quality assessments, and critical decision-making processes.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the Lead quality function in collaboration with manufacturing engineers, production teams, and quality inspectors. Work closely with senior management and other departments to implement best practices, standard operating procedures, and quality standards. Facilitate presentations to customers in-person or via teleconference as needed.
• Documentation and Reporting: Ensure that all quality documentation, including inspection records, measurement data, and non-conformance reports, are accurately maintained and compliant with regulatory standards. Lead the generation of reports for senior leadership and customers.
• Supplier Quality Management: Oversee the supplier quality management process, including supplier audits, performance evaluations, and addressing quality issues. Establish long-term relationships with key suppliers to enhance product quality and ensure alignment with Pursuit Aerospace standards.
• Training and Development: Develop and lead training programs to ensure the team is well-versed in quality processes, inspection techniques, and evolving industry standards. Promote continuous professional development and knowledge-sharing within the team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering
• At least 8 years of experience in quality engineering within the aerospace industry
• At least 3 years of experience managing a team
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with quality management systems, inspection techniques, including CMM inspection
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and manage a team of engineers and technicians.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies, with a proven ability to implement these tools to improve quality outcomes.
• Extensive experience with quality management systems (QMS) and industry standards (ISO 9001, TS16949, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of advanced quality tools and methodologies (statistical process control (SPC), root cause analysis, FMEA, etc.).
• Proficient in the use of quality software (e.g., Minitab, SAP, or other ERP systems).
• Experience with audit management, both internal and external, and the ability to lead and support regulatory and customer audits.
• Experience in supplier quality management and the ability to drive improvements in the supply chain.
• Proficiency in CAD, QMS and ERP software.\
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate across teams and with customers.

Working Conditions: This section, can be edited to fit the role

• Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
• Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to travel between locations or to suppliers up to 25% of time.

Acknowledgements

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.