Quality Engineer

We are seeking a hands‑on Quality Engineer to support product assurance across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and program teams.

This individual will serve as the primary quality liaison for assigned programs, driving compliance to AS9100/ISO 9001 standards, supporting troubleshooting on the production floor, and leading corrective action efforts. Most work is performed directly on the manufacturing floor, with additional planning and reporting tasks completed at the desk. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems at the source, collaborating cross‑functionally, and contributing to long‑term product reliability in a regulated environment.

Location: Farmingdale, NY 11735

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary Range: $80,000–$95,000

Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off)

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the program’s single point of contact for all Product Assurance and Quality requirementsLead cross‑functional quality efforts and make independent decisions to ensure adherence to quality and reliability standardsDevelop, implement, and maintain program‑specific quality procedures and plansTrack program budgets, define work scope, and manage assignments for team membersSupport proposals for new programs, including defining quality requirements and estimating scopeCollect and analyze program quality metrics to identify trends and risksPrepare and present status reports to internal leadership and customersGenerate, track, and close internal and supplier Corrective Action Requests (CARs)Perform root cause analysis and drive CAPA effectivenessConduct detailed contract reviews to determine quality and regulatory requirementsMaintain monitoring systems and PC‑based tools for planning, tracking, and performance evaluationWork closely with operations to support troubleshooting, repair, retesting, and floor‑based quality activitiesOccasional overnight travel required

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical preferred)2+ years of Quality Engineering or related experienceStrong knowledge of:CAPAInternal/external auditsRoot cause analysisQuality control methodsAS9100 & ISO 9001Hands‑on experience with testing and inspecting electronic componentsAbility to use test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and related toolsExperience developing corrective action plans and working within a Quality Management SystemExcellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated manufacturing environmentsExposure to export‑controlled work environmentsAbility to work both independently and within cross‑functional teams

Work Environment

Primarily located on the manufacturing floor, working at designated benches and workstationsInvolvement in troubleshooting, identifying issues, replacing/repairing components, and retestingMay work in test or environmental chambers depending on program needsTraining provided; close support from leads and supervisors9/80 schedule (nine‑hour days with every other Friday off)Bi‑weekly payJob Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Farmingdale, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $95000.00/yr.

Medical & Prescription CoverageEmployees have access to a high-deductible comprehensive medical plan through BlueCrossBlueShield, which includes:- Preventive care at no cost (e.g., routine exams, immunizations, cancer screenings)- Office visits, lab work, and diagnostic imaging with copays- Emergency and urgent care services- Inpatient and outpatient hospitalization- Maternity care and newborn services- Mental health and substance abuse treatmentPrescription drug coverage includes a mandatory generic substitution policy, with tiered copaysapplied after the deductible.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Farmingdale,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 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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