Quality Transformation Engineer

Moog Inc; Murphy (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Relocation assistance

Flexible PTO

Health insurance

Job summary

Moog is seeking a Quality Transformation Engineer to advance Moog's enterprise-wide quality journey. You will deploy systems embedding quality across the value stream, from supplier to final assembly, ensuring defect-free, reliable products.

The role involves leading audits, customer engagements, and improvement initiatives, collaborating with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, and Supply Chain to embed quality in design through production. Onsite in Murphy, NC with travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• Experience in a team-based manufacturing environment preferred with up to 10% travel.
• Ability to lead cross-functional quality improvements and drive formal problem-solving activities.

Responsibilities

• Drive quality excellence across manufacturing and the supply chain by developing and sustaining standardized quality systems.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and suppliers to reduce defects and ensure conformance to design specifications.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing variation, waste, and process complexity.
• Manage supplier quality performance, audits, qualifications, corrective actions, and continuous improvement activities.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, A3, 5-Why) to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Analyze quality and supplier performance data to drive proactive improvements.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and coach teams and suppliers on quality tools (SPC, PFMEA).
• Support quality transformation initiatives and Lean/Shingo-aligned improvements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, and Customers to ensure quality from design to production.

Skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Quality mindset

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering

Associate degree + 3 years quality experience

Tools

8D

DMAIC

A3

5-Why

SPC

PFMEA

Kaizen

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title: Quality Transformation Engineer Reporting To: Manager, Quality Transformation Work Schedule: Onsite - Murphy, NC

Our Moog Industrial Group is looking for a Quality Transformation Engineer to join them. You will report to the Quality Transformation Manager and will have an onsite work schedule in Murphy, North Carolina. The Quality Transformation Engineer plays a critical role in advancing Moog's enterprise-wide Quality Transformation journey. This role is responsible for developing, standardizing, and deploying systems that embed quality into every step of the value stream - from supplier through final assembly and shipment. This includes ensuring that all external suppliers meet Moog's performance expectations for delivery, quality, and conformance to design specifications, and that customers receive defect-free, reliable products. The engineer will occasionally engage directly with customers to support audits, resolve product or process issues, and collaborate on improvement initiatives that strengthen Moog’s reputation as a trusted partner.

• Drive quality excellence across manufacturing and the supply chain by developing and sustaining standardized quality systems, improving process capability, and implementing Built-In Quality principles.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and suppliers to reduce defects, improve reliability, and ensure compliance with customer, engineering, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing variation, waste, and process complexity.
• Manage supplier quality performance, audits, qualifications, corrective actions, and continuous improvement activities.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, A3, 5-Why) to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Analyze quality and supplier performance data to drive proactive improvements and support real-time performance monitoring.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, coach teams and suppliers on quality tools, SPC, PFMEA, and mistake-proofing techniques.
• Support quality transformation initiatives and promote continuous improvement aligned with Lean/Shingo principles.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Supply Chain, and customers to ensure quality is built into products and processes from design through production.
• Represent Quality during customer reviews, audits, investigations, and supplier engagement activities.

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering field or a bachelor's degree with relative work experience to a quality role.
• An associate degree with a minimum of 3 years of related experience in a quality role.
• Experience functioning in a team-based manufacturing environment is preferred.
• This role may be required to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of the time.

How we care for you

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual bonus incentive, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities
• Additional site-specific benefits may be offered #LI-TB2

Salary Range Transparency: Murphy, NC $60,000.00-$80,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

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