Quality Engineering Technician

Join the Sargent Legacy in Securing Our Future

With continual growth comes opportunity and Sargent has an immediate opening for a Quality Engineering Technician.

Position Summary

The Quality Engineering Technician supports quality assurance activities within the business unit to ensure products and processes meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements. Working cross-functionally with Quality Engineering, Manufacturing, Design Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain, this role supports inspections, root cause investigations and corrective actions, audits, quality initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts to ensure product quality, compliance, reliability, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Model safe behavior and promote a zero-defect culture of quality and continuous improvement.

• Provides technical support and assistance to Quality Engineers in maintaining product and process quality.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, work instructions, and quality documentation.
• Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities, including documentation, disposition tracking, and nonconformance processing.
• Assist with nonconformance investigations and corrective action activities by gathering data and documenting findings.

• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities using structured problem-solving methodologies.

• Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities through data collection, documentation preparation, and record maintenance.
• Assist with First Article Inspection (FAI) activities and inspection documentation.
• Collect, analyze, and report basic quality metrics to support process improvement efforts.
• Assist with internal product audits and quality system compliance activities.
• Support with maintaining quality records, inspection reports, and traceability documentation in accordance with company and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Operations teams to identify and resolve product and process quality issues.
• Support receiving, in-process, and final inspections to verify product compliance with drawings, specifications, and customer requirements as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering or a related technical field; or high school / GED with a minimum of three (3) years of manufacturing, quality, or engineering-related experience
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, commercial and military specifications, contracts, and GD&T requirements.

• Familiarity with basic analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, and quality systems.
• Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident [“green card” holders] or have refugee or asylee status. Non-US Citizens may be restricted from certain programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, or professional experience in manufacturing, quality engineering, or industrial operations.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Exposure with statistical analysis, process capability studies, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with quality management tools such as Minitab, Power BI, ERP, or Quality Management Systems.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (yellow belt), or Continuous Improvement training.
• Exposure to participating on cross-functional teams focused on quality improvement and problem resolution.

Skills

• Ability to demonstrate written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and root cause analysis capability.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make data-driven decisions.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies, processes, and business requirements.
• Self-starter with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Ability to work effectively across functions, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Supplier organizations.
• High degree of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC/RBCP) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components, and essential systems for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and components requiring sophisticated design, testing, and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets. RBC currently has 56 facilities, of which 37 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and the market capitalization is approximately $6.2 billion.

In 2015, RBC acquired Sargent Aerospace and Defense.

Founded in 1920, Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft, rotorcraft, submarines, and land-based vehicles.

At Sargent, our mission is to secure our future by making the challenging a reality. We achieve this by delivering high-quality products and services that meet customer requirements and exceed customer expectations through employee development, customer focus and continual improvement.

Sargent’s continuing investment in people, assets, technology, and process quality ensures excellence and is integral to the company’s commitment to customers and their end-users. As we grow, we will continue to root our culture through our core values of Integrity, Respects & Values People, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Results Focus and Continual Improvement.

Company Benefits Include:

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus platforms
• Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time
• 401k Savings & Investment Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

• Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• HSA/FSA
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Accident/Hospital/Critical Care Plans
• Pet Insurance

• Gym & Rideshare Incentives
• Legal Insurance/Identity Theft
  
  • ½ day Fridays

Dedication to our core values. Our must haves…

• Integrity - We do the right thing the right way. Our ideal candidate is ethical, honest in all interactions, delivers good news and bad, and follows through on commitments. Key Skills & Abilities is fair, credible, confidential, fiscally responsible, and accountable for decisions and actions.
• Respects and Values People - We encourage and bring out the potential of others. Our ideal candidate embraces diversity, recognizes, and supports the accomplishments, talents, and development of others. Key Skills & Abilities is committed to the building of strong relationships and creates an environment of trust and mutual respect.
• Customer Focus - We act with excellence in each and every interaction. Our ideal candidate builds strong internal/external customer relationships and goes above and beyond to deliver high-quality products and services on time, every time. Key Skills & Abilities is responsive with strong customer service skills, product, and job knowledge to provide excellent customer satisfaction.
• Teamwork - We are better together. Our ideal candidate is inclusive, engaged and collaborative, sharing information, ideas, and experiences to accomplish goals, improve decision making and leverage capabilities. Key Skills & Abilities is a dependable team player, demonstrated through attendance and punctuality, works well with others, and has strong communication skills (both oral & written) to keep all stakeholders informed.
• Results Focus - We focus on the outcome, not the obstacle. Our ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic with a results/performance driven track record in a fast paced, changing, and challenging environment. Key Skills & Abilities is adaptable, works with a sense of urgency and high level of initiative and demonstrates a commitment to quality with attention to detail.
• Continual Improvement - We encourage and drive innovation. Our ideal candidate must be naturally curious, passionate, and never satisfied with the status quo. Key Skills & Abilities is innovative and has a problem-solving mindset that provides and implements CI ideas.

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