Associate Quality Engineer

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Moog Military Aircraft has an immediate opening for an Associate Quality Engineer (manufacturing) to join our team. Reporting to our Process Manager and you will have a 9/80 schedule option and work on-site in Torrance, CA.

Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is a global leader in designing primary and secondary flight control actuation systems (FCAS) for military aircraft. We design and integrate FCAS systems for cutting edge aircraft like the F-35 Lightning II and the V280 Valor next generation tiltrotor Aircraft. Headquartered in East Aurora, NY, Moog employs 14,000 employees in 20+ countries.  Working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life, inside and outside of work.

To be considered for the Quality Engineer role, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering 

• 0-2 years’ work experience in Engineering or Manufacturing (internship is acceptable)

• Some Quality Engineering work experience in manufacturing 

• Proficiency with statistical, spreadsheet, word processing, and database software packages 

It’d be great if you also had:

• Quality Engineering experience in the Aerospace industry a plus

• Experience with AS9100 standards a plus

• Experience supporting government and customer audits 

• Specialized technical knowledge of mechanical, electro-mechanical, hydro-mechanical components as well as manufacturing assembly, and functional test methods 

• The ability to support quality related issues to drive program success; the ability to convey confidence to customers during frequent interactions 

• ASQ certification is a plus 

As an Associate Quality Engineer, you will…

• Most importantly, you’ll be relied heavily upon to have integrity, and as someone who won’t be afraid to stand up and say “STOP – we have a problem we that need to address right away.” You may have found that this type of environment hasn’t been encouraged where you’ve worked in the past, but it is here. You’ll have the strength of Moog’s culture behind you to support it.

• Play an integral part on program teams in meeting contractual requirements and driving crucial quality related decisions for customers such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Airbus, and Sikorsky for both commercial and military aircraft. Act as the Moog liaison and representative to support Government (FAA and DCMA) initiatives, audits and requirements.

• Support production by conducting QE studies, recommending design changes and providing quality support to manufacturing personnel.

• Activities will include failure analysis, root cause and corrective action analysis, risk mitigation, material review, customer & governmental interface, audit support configuration control, traceability and audit support.

• Develop Quality plans for receiving inspection, manufacturing operations, assembly & test processes and final inspection.

• Optimize cost for inspection and prevent cost due to failure through statistical analysis and problem solving. 

How We Care for You:

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance

• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages

• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development, and other personal growth programs

• Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all

• 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off

Salary Range Transparency:

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits. 

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

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