Quality Engineer

Location: Westfield, MA (Onsite, with occasional travel to Southwick, MA)

Schedule: 45 hours per week, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Compensation: $86,000 to $107,000 annual salary, plus annual bonus

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) with match, FSA, tuition reimbursement, EAP

Overview

The Quality Engineer plays a key role in supporting a high precision manufacturing environment focused on continuous improvement and superior craftsmanship. This position is responsible for leading daily quality initiatives, supporting cross functional teams, and driving long term improvement across products, processes, and customer satisfaction. The Quality Engineer works closely with operations, engineering, and customers to ensure compliance with quality standards, enhance inspection processes, and proactively resolve quality issues.

This opportunity offers significant visibility, strong mentorship, and the chance to eventually own key processes within a growing quality organization.

ResponsibilitiesLead daily quality activities and execute improvement projects that enhance manufacturing performance.Serve as a primary liaison between operations, engineering, and customer quality teams.Analyze nonconformances and perform root cause investigations.Implement corrective and preventive actions that address systemic issues.Enhance inspection procedures, methods, and documentation.Lead AS9102 First Article Inspection submissions.Perform internal quality audits and support ISO 9001 and AS 9100 compliance.Support new product introductions and production launches.Mentor inspection personnel in best practices, tools, and techniques.Set up and monitor statistical process controls.Promote and participate in 6S initiatives to drive safety and efficiency.Required Skills and ExperienceFirst Article Inspection experience, root cause analysis proficiency, and exposure to quality management systems.Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, including GD&T.Experience working with ISO 9001 or AS 9100 systems.Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.Familiarity with common machine shop gauging, inspection tools, and measurement techniques.Strong communication skills and leadership potential.Proven ability to manage projects and deliver results on time.Proficient with Microsoft Office and general computer applications.Preferred QualificationsBachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline, or 5+ years of quality engineering experience.ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred.Aerospace industry experience.Strong understanding of AS9102 First Article processes.Ability to independently perform internal audits.Must pass annual vision screening conducted by a licensed optometrist.Work Environment

This role operates in a hands on production environment that includes exposure to high noise levels, moving machinery, metal parts, cutting fluids, dust, mist, and other typical manufacturing conditions. Safety protocols and PPE are required.

The organization offers the stability of a large company combined with the personal feel of a family owned atmosphere where employees are known by name.

Interview ProcessPhone screen with HROnsite interview with Senior Quality ManagerOnsite interview with President and HR

Start date targeted for late February 2026.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Westfield, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $86000.00 - $107000.00/yr.

Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insurancePaid time off (PTO)401(k)401(k) matching (noted in some job postings)Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Tuition reimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Westfield,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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