Quality Engineer

The Quality Engineer (QE) is responsible for driving quality performance across supplier, customer, and manufacturing operations at AMETEK PDT. This role collaborates cross-functionally with Engineering, Procurement, Operations, and Supply Chain to ensure compliance with customer requirements, AS9100 standards, and internal quality systems. The QE leads efforts to integrate quality into manufacturing processes, manage supplier performance, support customer quality activities, and maintain effective quality controls. This position requires strong expertise in quality engineering and a hands‑on, data‑driven approach within an industrial or aerospace manufacturing environment. Essential Responsibilities Ensure accurate and complete production shipment documentation packages Manage corrective and preventive actions (customer, supplier, and audit related CARs) Lead First Article Inspection (FAI) activities in accordance with AS9102 Review and approve Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) impacting production Support customer, internal, and third‑party audits (e.g., AS9100, ISO) Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities for nonconformances Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS), procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) Define, monitor, and report key quality performance indicators (KPIs), including: Customer quality metrics (e.g., nonconformances, CAPAs, escapes) Supplier quality performance Drive continuous improvement initiatives using statistical analysis tools Lead cost of poor quality (COPQ) reduction initiatives Position is subject to ITAR restrictions Other Duties May Include Conduct supplier audits and on‑site assessments Maintain the Approved Supplier List (ASL) and manage supplier qualifications Develop and issue supplier scorecards; communicate quarterly performance results Manage Supplier Deviation Waiver Requests (DWRs) and maintain deviation logs Administer the Certified Supplier / Ship‑to‑Stock (STS) program Investigate and resolve customer quality issues, including complaints, escapes, and root cause analysis Support Return Material Authorizations (RMAs) and ensure proper documentation Support customer deviation requests and related approvals Education and Experience A bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology or related field from an accredited college or university Three (3) or more years of Quality Engineering/Quality Control experience in manufacturing LEAN Certification preferred Requires Knowledge Of Engineering theory, drawings, GD&T, and terminology Quality management systems Quality assurance inspection and test procedures Skills and Abilities Requires highly developed communication, interpersonal skills and critical thinking and problem‑solving skills; time and project management skills; detail oriented with strong organizational skills. Requires the ability to learn and understand customer and industry specifications and requirements applicable to PDT products. Physical Demands & Work Environment Requires the ability to access all areas of the facility Ability to stand, walk, sit, and use office equipment and tools repetitively or long periods of time Ability to lift 25 pounds in the course of normal duties Ability to see details at close range (near vision) Dexterity for use of tools required for job Work Conditions Include Required to work with hazardous chemicals May be exposed to environment with loud noise and extreme temperatures. Tools Used Software: Oracle, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams Manufacturing / Test Equipment (Torque wrenches, Hand and Power Tools, ESD) Competitive compensation and holiday pay. Comprehensive health benefits and 401(k) plans. Generous paid time off per year Compensation Employee Type: Salaried Currency: USD Salary Minimum: 95,000 Salary Maximum: 120,000 Incentive: No Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location. For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here. AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion. AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit for more information. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr