• • Quality Engineer – Aerospace Manufacturing

    Location: Orange, CT
    Compensation: $100,000–$105,000 Base Salary
    Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
    Schedule: Onsite
    Paid Time Off: 3 Weeks Vacation + 1 Week Sick Time

    Position Overview

    We are partnering with a well-established, highly respected aerospace and precision manufacturing organization in Orange, CT, seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join its growing operations.

    This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong Quality Engineer who enjoys working in a sophisticated manufacturing environment, solving complex quality challenges, and collaborating with engineering and production teams.

    The organization specializes in manufacturing complex, tight-tolerance components for demanding aerospace and industrial applications.

    The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in aerospace quality systems, precision CNC machining, GD&T, First Article Inspections, and continuous improvement.

    This individual will work closely with an established quality department consisting of approximately 14 professionals.

    Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure manufactured components meet customer specifications, engineering drawings, and applicable aerospace quality standards.

  • Support and maintain compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and internal quality management systems.

  • Review engineering drawings, technical specifications, and manufacturing documentation to verify product conformity.

  • Coordinate and support First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements.

  • Investigate nonconforming products, manufacturing defects, and process-related quality concerns.

  • Lead root cause investigations, corrective actions, and preventative improvement initiatives.

  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Inspection, and Operations to resolve technical quality issues.

  • Support quality requirements associated with CNC machining, precision manufacturing, and complex machined components.

  • Review dimensional inspection results, CMM data, and quality documentation.

  • Participate in internal audits, customer quality reviews, and supplier quality activities.

  • Qualifications

  • Previous Quality Engineering experience in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing.

  • Strong understanding of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality management systems.

  • Experience supporting precision-machined components and CNC manufacturing operations.

  • Knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements and documentation.

  • Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.

  • Familiarity with dimensional inspection methods, CMM equipment, and precision measuring instruments.

  • Experience with root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, and nonconformance management.

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and technical problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across manufacturing departments.

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, quality-focused manufacturing environment.

  • Preferred Experience

  • Aerospace engine components or other complex, tight-tolerance machined products.

  • Experience working with high-performance alloys such as Inconel, Waspaloy, or similar materials.

  • Familiarity with MRB processes and supplier quality management.

  • Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Experience supporting customer audits and aerospace regulatory requirements.

  • Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary: $100,000–$105,000, depending on experience.

  • 3 Weeks Paid Vacation

  • 1 Week Paid Sick Time

  • Full-time, direct-hire opportunity.

  • Opportunity to work alongside an experienced quality and manufacturing team.

  • Exposure to sophisticated aerospace manufacturing processes and complex precision components.

  • Professional growth within an established manufacturing organization.

  • Apply Today

    If you are a Quality Engineer with a strong background in aerospace manufacturing, quality systems, and precision-machined components, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

    Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for immediate and confidential consideration.

  • Assist with Material Review Board (MRB) processes and nonconformance dispositions.

  • Identify opportunities to reduce scrap, rework, and manufacturing defects while improving overall process capability.

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

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