Senior Quality Engineer- Aerospace- Maplewood, NJ

Leadership opportunity within a growing organizationCompetitive compensation and benefitsAbout Our ClientThe client is a precision manufacturing company operating in a regulated, high-mix production environment, specializing in complex, tight‑tolerance components such as glass‑to‑metal assemblies. They place a strong emphasis on quality systems, customer reliability, and continuous improvement, with close collaboration between quality, engineering, and operations teams. The organization values accountability, ethical standards, and a hands‑on, detail‑oriented approach, while maintaining a fast, flexible, and customer‑centric mindset typical of technically advanced industrial manufacturers.Job DescriptionInterpret mechanical drawings and specifications to verify dimensional accuracy and product conformanceConduct and document First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 and internal standardsPerform daily inspections of incoming materials, in‑process components, and finished assembliesLead and support process validation for new products, tooling, and manufacturing changesInvestigate nonconformances using root cause analysis (RCA) and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, scrap, and process variationAnalyze quality and production data to identify trends and systemic issuesPrepare and maintain quality documentation such as inspection reports, control plans, NCRs, and FMEAsSupport ISO 9001 compliance through audits, documentation management, and process controlsCollaborate closely with operations, engineering, and supply chain to resolve quality issues and improve performanceMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful Applicant5+ years of manufacturing experience (aerospace preferred)Bachelor's degree in EngineeringStrong ability to read and interpret complex mechanical drawings and specificationsHands‑on, detail‑oriented professional comfortable performing daily inspections on the shop floorProven experience with First Article Inspections (FAI), nonconformance management, and CAPASolid working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systemsSkilled in root cause analysis and data‑driven problem solvingExperience in high‑precision, regulated industries (aerospace, defense, or similar) preferredFamiliarity with SPC, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologiesCollaborative team player who works effectively with operations, engineering, and supply chainProactive, accountable, and ethically driven, with a strong focus on customer quality and resultsWhat's On OfferOn‑site role in a high‑precision, regulated manufacturing environment with visible impact on product qualityOpportunity to take ownership of quality assurance activities in a hands‑on, technically complex operationClose collaboration with engineering, operations, and supply chain teamsInvolvement in process validation, continuous improvement, and problem‑solving initiativesExposure to aerospace/defense‑style quality systems and compliance requirements (ISO 9001, AS9102)Stable position supporting mission‑critical products with tight tolerancesCompany culture that values accountability, ethical standards, and respect for peopleFast‑moving, customer‑focused organization that supports practical improvement and results‑driven workContact: Erica CarneyQuote job ref: JN-042026-7000453