Quality Engineer

Infinia Search IncRochester, NY, US

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on and technically driven Quality Engineer to support and strengthen our Quality and Engineering team within a precision CNC machining environment serving the aerospace and defense industries. This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a proactive floor presence, and the ability to bridge theoretical quality principles with real-time production support. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with industry standards (AS9100, ISO9001, NADCAP), and mentoring quality personnel.

Key Responsibilities :

Maintain a strong presence on the production floor to support real-time resolution of quality issues.
Guide operators through inspection procedures and troubleshooting quality concerns on the spot.
Conduct and support various inspection types, including :

First-Piece, In-Process, Final, and Open Plate Inspections

Source Inspections and First Article Inspections (FAI)

Oversee CMM operations and programming using Zeiss Calypso (required).

Utilize precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, comparators) to validate dimensional tolerances, finishes, and part conformity per GD&T.

Lead and document non-conformances (NCR / INCR), perform root cause analyses (RCA) using tools like 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, FMEA, and develop CAPAs.

Assist with preparing and maintaining PPAP, FAIR, and other aerospace quality documentation.

Audit and ensure adherence to company procedures, quality systems, and regulatory compliance.

Support process control development and collaborate with operations to improve quality at the source.

Specify and order inspection gauges and oversee calibration and gauge control requirements.

Create user-friendly visual aids and inspection documentation for operator use.

Approve incoming material inspections and product receipts per customer flow-down and quality standards.

Requirements

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or related field with 3–6 years of quality engineering experience

OR associate degree with 5+ years of progressive quality experience and strong understanding of quality principles.

(Must Have)Required Technical Skills & Experience :

Expertise in AS9100 (or AS9100D), aerospace quality compliance standards, is required, NADCAP is preferred, and ISO 9001 compliance is required.

Prior experience in aerospace precision CNC machining environments, required.

Proficiency in GD&T interpretation and aerospace blueprint reading, required.

Zeiss Calypso CMM programming experience (required)

Experience with ERP / MRP systems (Epicor preferred)

Familiarity with CAD / CAM models and software like Mastercam or PartMaker , required.

Experience conducting and documenting First Article Inspections (FAI), PPAP, and FAIR, required.

Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen knowledge, is preferred.

Company Description

We’re Infinia Search. We’re a relationship-driven search firm that proves that talent, ambition, curiosity, and an infinite work ethic creates exponential results for our clients and candidates.

Company Description

We’re Infinia Search. We’re a relationship-driven search firm that proves that talent, ambition, curiosity, and an infinite work ethic creates exponential results for our clients and candidates.

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Quality Engineer • Rochester, NY, US