Quality Engineer

Role: Product Quality Support engineer Location: Rutland, VT 05701 ContractNeed local to VT Job Description:In this role, you will be responsible for supporting quality assurance activities related to product development and manufacturing, will have to work cross-functionally to resolve quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement. Ensures compliance with internal standards and external regulatory requirements.Responsibilities: Read, understand, and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematicsRead, understand, and apply written work instructions, procedures, specifications, and standardsEnsure regulatory, procedural, and contractual requirements are fulfilled during product development / introduction phases through proper development and application of inspection criteriaCreate inspection criteria for in-process and final inspection for in-process components and assemblies based on requirements from blueprints, drawings, schematics, and written specificationsWork with cross functional teams (production, engineering, quality, supply chain, receiving inspection as examples) to address and resolve non-conformances.Understanding of dimensional and visual inspection methods on a wide variety of electrical/mechanical components, materials, and supplies against drawings and quality instructions for damage and defectsReview and approve drawings and work instructions (as required)Demonstrate capability in performing mechanical measurements using scales, calipers, and gaugesPrepare reports/pivot tables by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing dataEstablish and execute project quality plan, witness-points, and quality records for compliance in new product introduction processWork for continuous improvement in processes and executionDeliver quality products as part of a cross-functional team.Identify needs/causes/trends, present analysis of research, develop and communicate potential resolutions.Ensure Lessons Learned are taken into account for new proposals and programsWitness and audit hardware and software development process to plans and procedures to ensure compliance.Responsible for communicating regular updates to Client Manager about client engagement – Weekly & Monthly formal updatesWork in collaboration with larger teams based on site at client officesShould be able to train and lead initiatives or team in expanded capacity at ClientMinimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or related technical field.Experience in Aerospace industrySignificant hands-on experience with inspection of electronic, mechanical, and/or electro-mechanical components and assembliesStrong quantitative and analytical skillsStrong oral, written communication skills, excellent customer relationship building skills, strong interpersonal and leadership skills.Preferred Qualifications/ Skills: Strong attention to detail.Ability to provide assistance or direction to other personnel, as neededExperience with aerospace industry standards AS9100, AS9102, and AS9145 (APQP)Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneouslyExpertise in standard Microsoft Office programsUnderstanding of root cause & corrective action methodsProven analytical and organizational abilitiesAbility to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impactExperience reviewing / generating FAIs in accordance with AS9102Quality Inspector/Auditor experience is a plus