Senior Quality Engineer

Attalon, Inc.; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Attalon, Inc. is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer in Bloomfield, CT. This role involves overseeing quality assurance and compliance standards in high-tech manufacturing environments. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience.

The position requires strong analytical and problem-solving abilities along with familiarity with Quality Management Systems like ISO 9001 and AS9100D. The role also entails managing customer quality issues and collaborating with teams for process improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Quality or Engineering related position preferred.
• Strong PC Skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawing and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Managing Customer Quality Issues.
• Developing and implementing quality standards.
• Collaborating with operations managers to implement controls and improvements.
• Supporting the Customer Return Process (RMAs).
• Providing management support during audits.

Skills

Quality Management Systems

Excellent communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Proactive problem solving

Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100D

Familiarity with Six Sigma

Ability to travel domestically

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics or related field

Tools

Statistical Quality Control

Gage R&R

Statistical Process Control

Job description

Senior Quality Engineer

At Attalon, a leading technology partner to the global aerospace and defense industry, we seek to fill a Senior Quality Engineer position located in Bloomfield, CT or East Granby, CT. The role focuses on quality assurance, auditing, and continuous improvement for our advanced manufacturing facilities, ensuring product durability and safety while supporting cross‑functional teams and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Managing Customer Quality Issues
• Developing and implementing quality standards.
• Developing corrective actions, solutions, and improvements from customer concerns and internal rejections.
• Ensuring that workflows, processes, and products comply with human and product safety standards and regulations.
• Inspecting and testing materials, equipment, processes, and products to ensure quality specifications are met.
• Collaborating with operations managers to implement controls and improvements.
• Supporting the Customer Return Process (RMAs)
• Understanding the Products and Testing Processes
• Providing management support during 3rd party and customer audits
• Supervising, Developing, and Training Quality department employees
• Maintaining up to date knowledge of any new regulatory requirements affecting quality and product conformance
• Working with Continuous Improvement teams to provide information and support on Quality issues
• Serves as Quality Representative for the Product Development Process (PDP)
• Facilitating First Article Inspection Reports for Customers or Suppliers

Other Responsibilities

• Willing to further knowledge base through classes, seminars, etc.
• Assisting the management team and provide QA support as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics or related field required
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Quality or Engineering related position preferred
• Must be proactive and willing to develop a solid understanding of Attalon’s products and processes
• Ability to develop and communicate quality initiatives and directives
• Ability to resolve problems in a manner that builds trust and confidence with customers, both internal and external
• Ability to travel domestically up to 10% as necessary
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, with experience in ISO 9001 and/or AS 9100D
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems/processes such as 5S, Six Sigma, Kanban, Statistical Quality Control, Statistical Process Control, etc.
• Ability to perform Gage R&R and Capability Studies
• Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal and team skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong PC Skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawing and specifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in A&D or Automotive Quality or Engineering related position
• Certification in Six Sigma and/or ASQ Quality Engineering
• Certification as an AS9100 or ISO9001 Lead Auditor
• Knowledge of AS9146 FOD Prevention and ANSI/ESD S20.20 ESD Program
• Experience with Optics and/or Laser Diode components and products

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Attalon, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Export Control Compliance

This role involves access to technology, materials, software, or hardware subject to U.S. export control laws. Therefore, to be considered, candidates must be classified as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or be eligible for authorization under a U.S. government export license.