Senior Quality Engineer
2 Days Old
Location: Branford, CT
Work Setting: Onsite
Travel: Up to 15% (domestic/international)
Compensation: $90,000 $120,000 (Relocation assistance available)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, Life Insurance, Disability, EAP, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, 401(k) with match, Educational Assistance
What Youll Do
Ensure product quality and compliance with AS9100, ISO9001, NADCAP, and FAA requirements
Lead root cause investigations and drive corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Analyze data to identify trends and implement quality improvement strategies
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Manufacturing, and Engineering to drive process control and efficiency
Oversee inspection processes and create/maintain quality standards, quality plans, and procedures
Monitor KPIs such as scrap, rework, and customer complaints, and lead initiatives to reduce COPQ
Manage and lead internal and external audits
Represent Quality in customer discussions, MRB activities, and supplier quality reviews
Support APQP, PPAP, and new product introduction activities
Train and mentor teams on quality tools, processes, and best practices
What You Bring
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years in a manufacturing quality role, preferably in aerospace or a regulated industry
Experience with welding, brazing, heat treat, or special process environments
Strong understanding of process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
Hands-on experience leading CAPA, MRB, and root cause investigations
Working knowledge of quality systems and regulatory standards (AS9100, NADCAP)
Proficiency in statistical analysis tools and Microsoft Office
Strong communication and technical writing skills
Customer-focused mindset and ability to work cross-functionally
What You Get
Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
Full benefits from day one: health, dental, vision, FSA, HSA
Company-paid life, disability, and EAP coverage
401(k) with company match
Pet insurance, identity theft protection, and educational assistance
A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation
Opportunities to make a real impact on product quality, team development, and customer satisfaction
- Location:
- Branford
- Category:
- Manufacturing