Senior Quality Engineer (Aerospace)

Chromalloy; Orangeburg (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Chromalloy in Orangeburg, NY is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead quality evaluation and resolution for turbine engine components during manufacturing and maintenance. You will support quality system compliance and develop metrics and reports to drive improvements.

The role requires a mechanical/aerospace engineering degree and 7+ years in quality engineering, with strong RCCA, DMAIC, and statistical skills. FAA/regulatory knowledge and supplier interaction are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• 7+ years in quality engineering, aerospace preferred.
• Strong RCCA knowledge and problem solving using DMAIC.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example to foster a strong quality culture.
• Audit QMS processes, suppliers, and external customers.
• Provide quality support to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with production to maintain supply and introduce new products.
• Drive continuous improvement of QMS documentation and processes.
• Support metrics to meet site quality goals.
• Maintain site accreditations for business continuity.

Skills

RCCA

Problem solving

DMAIC

Communication

Analytical

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical, aerospace, or related field)

Tools

Minitab

Excel

Job description

The Senior Quality Engineer performs key aspects required for proper evaluation and resolution of quality related matters and technical issues that may arise during manufacturing and maintenance of turbine engine components. This position supports activities related to quality system requirements compliance, and additionally creates, tracks, and provides statistical analysis, reports, and metrics for quality related activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead by example and promote a strong quality culture in achievement and performance throughout the organization.
• Complete and assist with both internal and external audits of the quality management system, processes, suppliers, and meeting the criteria of external customer and regulatory requirements.
• Provide quality, technical, and interpretation support to both internal and external customers / suppliers.
• Effectively interact with production and development teams to maintain product supply and help introduce new products.
• Demonstrate and deliver exceptional customer service by ensuring timely responsiveness and full compliance.
• Continuously improve the quality management system with documentation, procedures, and systems.
• Support quality metric improvement initiatives to meet or exceed site level goals.
• Maintain all site level accreditations to ensure proper business continuity.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical, aerospace, or related field) required
• 7+ years relevant work experience as a quality engineer or equivalent, aerospace industry preferred
• Strong knowledge of RCCA, including problem solving tools and demonstrated effectiveness at facilitating such activities
• Advanced organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills consistent with DMAIC principles
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to internal / external customers and suppliers
• High attention to detail required for documentation and product related activities

PREFERRED SKILLS

• AS9100 lead auditor certification
• Six sigma green belt or lean certification
• NDT and Inspection process knowledge and competency
• Demonstrated technical leadership capabilities
• Process capability testing (i.e. GR&R) and statistical process control (SPC) experience (i.e. Minitab, Excel)
• Experience with FAA 14CFR Parts 5, 21 and 145
• Knowledge of and experience with OEM quality systems (i.e. GE, Rolls Royce, P&W, Honeywell, etc.)