Quality Assurance Engineer

Based in West Hartford, CT, Triumph Systems, Electronics and Controls is a leading independent aerospace system supplier for the commercial and military helicopter and business jet markets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Customer / Program, Manufacturing Process, and Supplier Quality Engineering duties.
• Develop and analyze statistical and product/process performance data to recommend and implement improvements in the Hydromechanical value stream.
• Provide Quality support with the objective of improving process performance and capability.
• Execute initiatives in the development, implementation, and improvement of Quality Management Systems, including documentation.
• Provide advanced quality planning support for new products, processes, and services, as well as continuous improvement of existing product lines.
• Serve as the Quality interface between the organization and its customers to ensure needs and expectations are understood and satisfied, including contract review, compliance management, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Provide expertise in Quality Assurance and process improvement tools to support continuous improvement activities.
• Develop, implement, and audit inspection and test plans, standards, acceptance criteria, and procedures/work instructions.
• Facilitate the investigation and elimination of quality problems and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Participate in all aspects of new product development and launch activities, including customer expectations, design reviews, test programs, inspection requirements, and cost management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Technology, Quality, or another related technical field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a Quality role within a complex manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace and applicable regulatory authority knowledge/experience desired.
• Thorough understanding of problem-solving methods (e.g., 8D, root cause analysis) and associated statistical tools.
• Knowledge of new product development and launch systems, including APQP and PPAP processes (e.g., PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Key Characteristics, Measurement System Analysis, Process Capability).
• Understanding of Quality Management Systems such as AS9100, ISO-9001, or AS13100, including implementation and certification processes.
• Ability to prepare and approve First Article Inspection Reports per AS9102 and present them to customers.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interface effectively with all departments, suppliers, and customers.
• Program Quality experience with Prime Engine Suppliers and associated portals is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Prior Quality Management experience is desired for future growth potential.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 10%.
• Familiarity with Q-Pulse FAIR, Net-Inspect, MRP/JDE, and Teamcenter.

Pay

Salary Range: $92,600.00 - $138,800.00 per year.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with flexible plan options (including telehealth).
• Healthcare spending accounts.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Incentives and performance-based rewards.
• Exciting growth and development opportunities.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environment and physical demands described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Regularly required to sit, talk, or hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, and use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.
• Occasionally required to reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.