Lead Quality Engineer

Job Title: Lead Quality Engineer 

Job Location: Melville, NY (100% onsite)

Salary: $100,000-$150,000/yr DOE

• Maintain and enhance the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with AS9100 and ISO 9001.
• Perform Supplier Source Inspection of Final Article
• Conduct internal audits and prepare detailed audit reports, support customer and regulatory audits.
• Develop inspection plans, control plans, and quality metrics.
• Ensure compliance with IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 standards for electronic assemblies.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Collaborate with department management to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Prepare and maintain quality documentation, including AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ability to analyze complex issues using Fishbone and 5-Whys, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Skilled in working with department management and cross-functional teams to achieve quality objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree Engineering and minimum 9 years prior relevant experience. Graduate degree and a minimum of 7 years prior related experience.
• Minimum 7+ years in aerospace quality engineering.
• ASQ CQE certification preferred; Six Sigma Green/Black Belt a plus.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, IPC-A-610, J-STD-001.
• Proficiency in quality tools (FMEA, SPC, PPAP, MSA).
• Excellent communications skills, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (e.g. Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by the International Traffic in Arm Regulations (ITAR).