Senior Aerospace Quality Engineer
Hauppauge, NY
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Position: Senior Quality Engineer (Aerospace)
Location: Hauppauge, NY
Duration: 3-6 months initial contract (with potential to extend)
Benefits: Insurance Offered (Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.)
*Export Control Facility - open for US Citizens, Permanent or Green Card Holder ONLY*
The Senior Aerospace Quality Engineer leads a team in identifying and addressing non-conforming products, overseeing root cause analysis and corrective actions, and driving quality improvements in manufacturing processes. The role, initially project-based for 6+ months, may transition to full-time.
Responsibilities
- Enhance product quality and manufacturing processes through leadership in quality system development, inspection plan approval, and data-driven process improvements.
- Lead the Zero Defect Program, conduct AS 9100 audits, and manage part development from inception to qualification.
- Perform APQP evaluations, manage RMA/AR programs, and collaborate with suppliers for process improvement.
- Conduct calibrations, analyze data for anomalies, and report KPIs and QMS status to executive management.
- Lead Material Review Boards and recommend improvements in monitoring equipment and procedures.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)
- 7+ years in Aerospace Electromechanical manufacturing
- 5+ years in Quality Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Six Sigma Black Belt certification
- 3+ years using Lean and Six Sigma tools and CI principles
- Experience with APQP methodology (PPAP, FAIR, MTR, DFMEA, PFMEA, CP)
- Proficiency in quality analysis software (Minitab, JMP, QiMacro, Spc for Excel, etc.)
- Familiarity with AS 9100 Aerospace Quality Management System
- Knowledge of CMM and technical inspection devices
- Understanding of QSys and compliance review of customer POs for manufacturing flow down
- Solid GDT understanding and ability to read engineering blueprints and technical specifications
- Effective communication across all organizational levels
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills using Six Sigma and quality analytical tools
Preferred Experience
- Expertise in International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and AS 9100 Lead Auditor certification.
