Senior Quality Engineer – NPI/APQP Lead

TE Connectivity Corporation; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a senior Quality Engineer to serve as the voice of the customer for LEANPD/NPD quality tasks, driving design through production release and PPAP approval.

You will lead cross-functional teams, ensure ITAR/export controls, and support FMEA, MSA, Control Plans, and KPI improvements, with 8+ years in quality engineering. This on-site role in the Hampton, VA area offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Quality Engineering with significant involvement in NPI / APQP activities for regulated products.
• Knowledge of quality related activities, particularly APQP.
• Knowledge of Industry Standards such as AS9100, ISO13485 and ISO22163.
• Problem Solving Abilities using 8D methodology.
• Knowledge in core tools such as: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC and MSA.
• Internal Systems Auditor.
• Experience with software for creating FMEAs and Control Plans (APIS IQ-RM Pro preferred).
• Experience using statistical software such as Minitab.
• Certified Six Sigma Black or Green Belt.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality tasks from design through SOP and customer PPAP approval.
• Ensure development process adherence including checklists, reviews, and risk analyses.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Quality for robust control plans, MSAs, and FMEA involvement.
• Manage customer submissions and ensure ITAR/export control compliance.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Requirements clarification

Quality planning

Risk analysis

ITAR knowledge

8D problem solving

FMEA moderator

Education

B.S. in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

APIS IQ-RM Pro

Minitab

Job description

TE Connectivity is seeking a senior Quality Engineer to serve as the voice of the customer for LEANPD/NPD quality tasks, driving design through production release and PPAP approval.

You will lead cross-functional teams, ensure ITAR/export controls, and support FMEA, MSA, Control Plans, and KPI improvements, with 8+ years in quality engineering. This on-site role in the Hampton, VA area offers competitive compensation and benefits.