Job Summary

East/West is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Quality Engineer to join our team. We are open to candidates of all skill levels. As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest level of quality of our products. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve quality issues, establish and implement quality standards, and continuously improve our quality management system.

Essential Functions

Drive product nonconformance issues to closure via a zero-defect mindset and attitude.
Form and lead ad-hoc project teams in support of various business needs.
Develop, implement, and maintain quality control processes and procedures to ensure compliance with military, regulatory, and customer standards.
Lead root cause analysis and investigations of non-conforming material via utilization of standard root cause and corrective action processes to contain, disposition, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Review and analyze defect data to identify trends and develop and initiate improvement strategies and tactics.
Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure that quality assurance considerations are incorporated into the design and manufacturing processes.
Works with Design and Manufacturing Engineering staff to support the planning of the manufacturing process for new product introduction using APQP.
Use analytical techniques to identify problems and create solutions.
Reviews shop work instruction templates to ensure conformity and accuracy in the production process, including verification points.
Develop and review quality standards, methods, work instructions, and procedures for the inspection and compliance of manufactured and procured products.

Qualifications/Minimum requirements

Undergraduate degree in an Engineering field (Mechanical preferred) or 5+ years requisite experience.
Minimum of 2+ years of experience in quality engineering, aerospace or military manufacturing industry preferred.
Knowledge of quality management systems, standards, and methodologies, such as ISO 9001, AS9100, and Six Sigma preferred.
Knowledge of APQP tools a plus (PFMEA, MSA, Control Plan, Process Flow Diagram).
Experience with Quality Engineering tools such as Root Cause Analysis, Mistake Proofing, statistical sampling as well as Project Management skills a plus.
Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance) preferred.
Ability to approve production sequences according to the company's quality standards.
Ability to read, interpret, and approve complex engineering drawings and blueprints.
Knowledge of ERP system preferred.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Self-starter.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Able to stand, walk, bend, and lift 50 lbs.
U.S. Citizenship Required.

Open to all skill levels. Level and salary will be determined by the candidate's experience and qualifications.

East/West offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to:

Medical, Dental, Vision,
Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability
Aflac Voluntary benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital, STD)
PTO (3 weeks accrued first year!)
10 Paid Holidays
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with matching
Pet Insurance
9/80 work schedule (Every other Friday off)

Job Title: Quality Engineer

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Job Type: Full time

EOE / Disability / Veteran

EAST/WEST INDUSTRIES INC. is a woman-owned small business located in Ronkonkoma, NY. We are a world leader in the development and production of aircraft seats and life support systems for high-performance military aircraft, and ground support equipment for servicing such aircraft.