Lead Quality Engineer - Aerospace - Manchester, NH

About the role

We are looking for a hands-on Quality Engineer with proven leadership potential to champion quality standards throughout the organisation. The successful candidate will play a critical role in mentoring team members, supporting cross-functional projects, and driving process improvements that enhance product quality, compliance, and operational performance.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established engineering and manufacturing organisation known for delivering highly technical products for demanding industries. With a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and continued growth, they offer employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working with advanced technologies and talented teams.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Engineering and Operations teams to ensure products and manufacturing processes meet customer requirements and quality standards.
• Review drawings, specifications, quality requirements, and manufacturing documentation to ensure compliance with customer and internal standards.
• Develop, maintain, and improve quality procedures, systems, and processes.
• Create training materials and conduct quality-related training sessions for employees.
• Support supplier quality initiatives and ensure vendor compliance with established quality requirements.
• Analyse quality data, identify trends, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to enhance product quality, operational efficiency, and overall performance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality evaluation methods, control systems, and inspection protocols.
• Perform inspections using a variety of measurement and inspection equipment to verify product conformity.
• Serve as a quality resource across multiple departments and help drive a culture of quality and accountability.
• Work independently to identify issues, solve problems, and support organisational quality objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in a Quality Engineering or Quality Assurance role.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 quality standards.
• Experience mentoring, training, or providing guidance to team members; prior leadership or project lead experience is highly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
• Experience working with Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on innovative products used in highly demanding environments.
• Visible career progression within a growing organisation that promotes from within.
• Collaborative culture where employee contributions are recognised and valued.
• Exposure to advanced engineering, manufacturing, and testing technologies.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, retirement savings, paid time off, wellness programmes, and company-sponsored events.