About Us:

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

About the Opportunity:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and driven Quality Engineer I to join our Quality Engineering team. This role is critical in ensuring that all aerospace components and systems meet both customer expectations and regulatory requirements. You will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to support product quality throughout the entire lifecycle.

Location: Malden, MA

Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance: Support Product Families by developing, improving and implementing quality plans. Address potential non-compliance/non-conformance issues, perform containment activities, determine root causes, execute effective corrective and preventive actions. Create First Article Inspection (FAI) packages, special process requests, MRB tickets.
Process Improvement: Support process improvement initiatives by performing MSAs, SPC analysis, Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies. Identify opportunities for process enhancements and contribute to their implementation.
Technical Support: Provide technical support for quality-related issues, including performing detailed root cause analysis, implementing solutions, and hands-on measurement verification when needed. Assist in new product design reviews and quality assessments.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with manufacturing engineers, production teams, and quality inspectors to resolve quality issues and ensure compliance with quality standards. Facilitate the implementation of best practices and standard operating procedures. Role will involve presenting to the Customer in person or on teleconferences.
Documentation Management: Maintain accurate documentation related to quality inspections, measurement data, and non-conformance reports. Ensure that all records are up-to-date and compliant with regulatory standards.
Supplier Quality: Support supplier quality management by assisting in the evaluation and improvement of supplier performance. Participate in supplier audits and address quality issues as needed.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.
2+ years of experience in a quality engineering role, preferably in the aerospace or defense industry.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Some exposure in working with NADCAP special processes.
Knowledge of APQP/PPAP processes.
Some experience with quality tools (FMEA, SPC, MSA, Control Plans) and problem-solving methodologies.
Familiarity in interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T.
Familiarity with ERP and QMS systems.
Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.

Physical Requirements:

Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.
Must be able to frequently sit, stand, and walk.

Acknowledgements:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits:

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.