Senior Aerospace Quality Engineer & CAPA Leader

GKN Aerospace; Cromwell (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company located in Cromwell, Connecticut seeks a Lead Quality Engineer to ensure product compliance with quality and reliability standards. This role requires 12+ years of aerospace engineering experience, strong leadership skills, and a proactive mindset for quality improvement. Responsibilities include managing quality metrics, conducting audits, and leading root cause analysis. Candidates must be U.S. citizens with prior inspection experience and a familiarity with quality management systems.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant aerospace engineering/quality experience.
• At least 2 years in a leadership role preferred.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Prior inspection background required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure product quality and compliance.
• Lead root cause analysis and CAPA for product issues.
• Manage quality metrics and reporting.
• Conduct audits and maintain documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality Management System

Problem-solving

Continuous Improvement

Inspection

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

A leading aerospace company located in Cromwell, Connecticut seeks a Lead Quality Engineer to ensure product compliance with quality and reliability standards. This role requires 12+ years of aerospace engineering experience, strong leadership skills, and a proactive mindset for quality improvement. Responsibilities include managing quality metrics, conducting audits, and leading root cause analysis. Candidates must be U.S. citizens with prior inspection experience and a familiarity with quality management systems.