Senior New Product Introduction (NPI) Quality Engineer

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.Job Title:Senior New Product Introduction (NPI) Quality EngineerReporting To:Engineer, Project QAWork Schedule:Onsite – Buffalo, NYMoog's Military Aircraft Group looking for a Senior New Product Introduction (NPI) Quality Engineer to lead quality planning and execution throughout the New Product Introduction (NPI) lifecycle. In this highly visible role, you'll partner with engineering, manufacturing, customers, and suppliers to ensure innovative aerospace products are developed, qualified, and transitioned into production with the highest levels of quality, reliability, and compliance.If you're passionate about problem solving, process improvement, APQP, and driving quality excellence on complex aerospace programs, we'd love to hear from you.To be considered for Senior NPI Quality Engineer, here’s what you’ll typically bring with you:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field5+ years of Quality Engineering experience within a manufacturing environmentStrong understanding of statistical methods and their application to quality improvement and process controlExperience using quality and business software tools, including statistical, spreadsheet, database, and reporting applicationsWorking knowledge of aerospace quality standards and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentIt’s preferred if you bring:Aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing experienceExperience supporting new product development and production transition programsKnowledge of manufacturing, assembly, inspection, and test processesFamiliarity with qualification, PPAP, configuration management, traceability, and audit support activitiesExperience with Common Development Process methodologiesAs a Senior NPI Quality Engineer, you will:Lead quality activities throughout product development, qualification, and production launchInterpret customer and contractual quality requirements and ensure effective flow-down across the organizationSupport design reviews and influence product development through quality, manufacturing, and risk-based decision makingDrive APQP activities and support AS9145-compliant product development processesDevelop and implement inspection strategies for receiving, manufacturing, assembly, test, and final inspection operationsLead statistical analysis, process monitoring, variation reduction, and continuous improvement initiativesConduct failure investigations and support root cause and corrective action activitiesSupport qualification testing, conformity inspections, PPAP documentation, and production readiness activitiesCollaborate with customers, suppliers, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders on quality-related mattersDrive product and process improvements that enhance quality, efficiency, and operational performanceHow 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 AccountsWork/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 programsCulture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.Salary Range Transparency:Buffalo, NY $100,000.00–$135,000.00 AnnuallySalary Range DisclaimerThe 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.Moog offers an inclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io.No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Absent compliance with these pre-conditions resumes submitted directly to any Moog Inc. employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Moog Inc.SummaryLocation: Buffalo, NYType: Full time