Relocation Required (relocation assistance provided)

Location: Branford, CT

Work Setting: Onsite

Travel: Up to 15% (domestic/international)

Compensation: $90,000 – $110,000 (Relocation assistance available)

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, Life Insurance, Disability, EAP, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, 401(k) with match, Educational Assistance

What You’ll Do

• Ensure product quality and compliance with AS9100, ISO9001, NADCAP, and FAA requirements
• Lead root cause investigations and drive corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Analyze data to identify trends and implement quality improvement strategies
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Manufacturing, and Engineering to drive process control and efficiency
• Oversee inspection processes and create/maintain quality standards, quality plans, and procedures
• Monitor KPIs such as scrap, rework, and customer complaints, and lead initiatives to reduce COPQ
• Manage and lead internal and external audits
• Represent Quality in customer discussions, MRB activities, and supplier quality reviews
• Support APQP, PPAP, and new product introduction activities
• Train and mentor teams on quality tools, processes, and best practices

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience in lieu of education)
• 3+ years in a manufacturing quality role, preferably in aerospace or a regulated industry
• Experience with welding, brazing, heat treat, or special process environments
• Strong understanding of process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
• Hands-on experience leading CAPA, MRB, and root cause investigations
• Working knowledge of quality systems and regulatory standards (AS9100, NADCAP)
• Proficiency in statistical analysis tools and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication and technical writing skills
• Customer-focused mindset and ability to work cross-functionally

What You Get

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Full benefits from day one: health, dental, vision, FSA, HSA
• Company-paid life, disability, and EAP coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Pet insurance, identity theft protection, and educational assistance
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation
• Opportunities to make a real impact on product quality, team development, and customer satisfaction