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POSITION: Quality Engineer - A&D DQR - CT
Who We Are:
Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we can solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.
We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we're eager to hear from you. The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills
What You will Do:

• Establishing, investigating, analyzing, verifying, assuring, and sustaining part/process quality (OEM, Supplier, MRO) stemming from your general / focused experience (MRL - including MSA, PPAP, FAI, etc) coupled with the core industry's recognized quality tools (skills) - and applying them appropriately, thoroughly, and timely.
  • The initial role (6 months on-site distribution site, Enfield, CT) will focus on moving orders from a quality perspective. As such the role requires the ability to obtain / hold Delegated Quality Representative (DQR) status from the customer's customer. This will be use in addressing received quality documentation issues, approving FAI's, and release of orders ready to ship. Short training to be provided.
• Solicit process data and use formal systematic RC-CA tools, and experience to support / participate in product and/or process improvement projects aimed at reducing COPQ.
• QE's execute work (services) in any/all of the following Quality functions:
  • Quality Management System (QMS)
  • Part & Process Qualification / Verification
  • Non-Conforming Material
  • Continuous Improvement / Development
• Engage with customer, customer's suppliers, et al in a competent, technical, and professional manner.
• Help the company grow its services and marketshare.

What You Will Bring:
Work Experience:

• BSME or equivalent technical degree
• 5+ total years relevant experience in Quality / Manufacturing / Industrial / Supply Chain Engineering
• 3+ years within the Aerospace & Defense Industry preferred.
• Other Quality Certifications - noteworthy

Required Skills (Technical Competency) / Attributes:

• Product Life Cycle experience with complex mechanical components/assemblies/products - aero/marine/industrial gas turbine preferred.
• Ability to establish/interpret/review quality requirements.
• Perform work to industry standards and regulatory agencies such as: AS9100-D, AS13100, AS9145, AS9110, AS6081, ISO 9001-2015, FAA/FARs, DCMA/DoD
• Capable of reading technical drawings utilizing GD&T and containing quality requirements
• Familiarity with modern high tech manufacturing processes (metal, composites, coatings)
• Proper gage selection/use, gage calibration, R&R studies
• Knowledge of / Experience conducting PPAP / MRL elements; FAI
• Supporting activities tied to Supplier selection, NPI launches, Transitions, Supplier Auditing, Training/Development initiatives.
• Working with / Evaluating non-conforming material, product recall, MRB, RC-CA
• Presenting technical data/results to customer and regulatory representatives
• Advanced MS office tools (Excel - pivot, charts, lookups, macros; PowerPoint - tech presentations, training; Word - procedural writing). Data reporting tools (Power BI, Qlik, etc)
• Interacting with electronic MRP / SW / WI systems (input/mining/extracting/analyzing)
• Using statistical based tools, analysis, and metrics (Minitab, etc)
• Customer relationship building skills

Desired Skills / Attributes:

• Service Provider mindset
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and organized
• Maintain integrity & ethics in all situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Pay Range: $60,000-75,000 w/ potential paid OT subject to policy, plus benefits
Shifts Available: 1st shift M-F. Full-Time Salary role
Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and other incentives.
Work Requirements:
This role is considered an on-site position located in Enfield, CT. USA for initial 6 months.
We offer flexible work options, including hybrid arrangements, to support the need of the role and align to company policies. This position is in central Connecticut and is considered hybrid (i.e. home / office - Windsor, CT / possible customer locations -central CT). Work location split is subject to change based on the needs and location of changeable assigned work.

• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
• Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Travel requirements: Travel to Enfield CT (6 months). Occasional travel is part of is required in general.
Citizenship requirement: Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required.