Moog

Quality Assurance (QA) Project Engineer

Moog$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with 5-7 years of experience in applying statistical analysis in manufacturing and assembly processes.
  • Expertise in SPC, DOE, regression analysis, capability studies, and root cause/corrective action.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes with the ability to make independent technical decisions.
  • Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills with experience presenting to customers.
  • Experience in coaching others and managing project priorities is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead efforts to reduce variation and optimize designs by focusing on key characteristics and processes.
  • Develop SPC and capability plans, validate solutions through data analysis.
  • Utilize advanced statistical techniques to enhance manufacturing and A&T capabilities.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and QA to drive cost-effective design solutions.
  • Present findings and capability studies during customer design reviews.
  • Train and mentor teams on statistical best practices and methodologies.
  • Manage project budgets and schedules, ensuring clear documentation of outcomes. Identify and support supplier quality improvements.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive financial rewards including profit sharing, matching 401k, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan participation.
  • Flexible paid time off and supportive parental leave policies.
  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and disability benefits.
  • Professional development opportunities, including tuition assistance and leadership programs.
  • A collaborative workplace culture enriched by employee resource groups and team-building activities.
Full Job Description
Job Title:
Quality Assurance (QA) Project Engineer

Reporting To:
Manager, QA Assurance

Work Schedule:
Onsite - Buffalo, NY
We are currently seeking a Quality Assurance, Project Engineer.

You will assist us to optimize design, reduce variation, and elevate product quality across design, manufacturing, and Assembly & Test (A&T). As a Project Quality Engineer, you'll apply advanced statistical methods and deep engineering knowledge to drive quality and cost optimization. You'll work independently with minimal guidance, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, and may coach or supervise a small group of engineers/technicians. Depending on business needs, you may be aligned to Quality Engineering, Quality Control Engineering, or Supplier Quality Engineering. You will be accountable for entire projects or major components. You will tackle complex, sometimes undefined problems with rigorous analysis and cross-functional collaboration. You will achieve operational targets with significant impact on quality, cost, and delivery.

You will report directly to the Quality Manager and enjoy an on-site, collaborative working environment in East Aurora, New York.

To be considered for the Quality Assurance, Project Engineer role, here's what you'll typically need to bring with you...

  • BS in Engineering or related with a minimum of five (5) years of experience applying statistics in design, manufacturing, and assembly of complex systems (e.g., electrohydraulic, electromechanical, or electropneumatic servomechanisms)
    Proven expertise in SPC, DOE, regression analysis, capability studies, and root cause/corrective action.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing, assembly, and testing processes; comfortable making independent technical decisions.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills; confident presenting to customers.
  • Ability to coach others and oversee work at key project milestones; experience setting priorities and performing appraisals is a plus.


As a Quality Assurance, Project Engineer you will be responsible for the following...

  • Lead variation reduction and design optimization by identifying key characteristics and key processes for product lines.
  • Develop and implement SPC and capability plans, including process and gage capability studies; validate solutions with data-driven analysis.
  • Apply advanced statistical techniques (DOE, regression, complex statistics) to assess manufacturing and A&T capability and inform design decisions.
  • Partner across Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials & Process, and QA to influence requirements and drive Design-To-Cost outcomes.
  • Present at customer design reviews, sharing capability studies and statistical findings.
  • Train and mentor teams on statistical concepts and best practices.
  • Manage project budgets and schedules; document results with clear, concise reports.
  • Support new product development with proactive quality planning; when applicable, supervise up to four Quality engineers/technicians.
  • Depending on assignment, support supplier quality management, including performance metrics, issue resolution, and ensuring contractual quality standards.


How we care for you:

  • Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 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
  • Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.
  • Additional site-specific benefits may be offered


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Salary Range Transparency:
Buffalo, NY $100,000.00-$130,000.00 Annually

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.

About Moog

Moog Inc. is a worldwide designer, manufacturer, and integrator of precision control components and systems. Moog's high-performance systems control military and commercial aircraft, satellites and space vehicles, launch vehicles, missiles, automated industrial machinery, and marine and medical equipment. The company's 2019 revenues were $2.9 billion. Moog employs approximately 11,000 people worldwide and has a presence in 26 countries.
Learn more about Moog
Market Cap
$2.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$2.9 million
Founded
1951
5 Year Trend
+4%
Revenue
$2.8 billion
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