Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) · 3 months ago
Quality Engineer - Electronics
Simsbury, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelEnsign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) is a leading company dedicated to providing innovative solutions in aerospace and defense. They are seeking a Quality Engineer to support customer programs and supplier quality requirements, focusing on system improvements and compliance with quality standards.
AerospaceEnergyIndustrialManufacturingSpace Travel
Responsibilities
Facilitate system and process improvements, supplier development and RCCA activity including non-conformance analysis and implementation of effective countermeasures
Lead quality functions for assigned programs from proposal through shipment to customer while complying with customer requirements and achieving EBAD cost and delivery expectations
Actively participate in IPTs, FMEAs, new product development, and product failure investigations
Host customer quality audits and participates in internal quality audits
Interface with suppliers and customers concerning program quality requirements
Develop, modify, coordinate and document the implementation, evaluation and maintenance of quality assurance programs and systems
Maintain product First Article status in accordance with customer and AS9102 requirements
Develop Inspection Plans for suppliers and internal manufacturing
Issue and facilitate internal and supplier Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA)
Provide advice and guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations
Analyze design reliability and quality to recommend process and design changes and enhancements
Work closely with Engineering in bringing quality products to production readiness
Facilitate customer and/or government source inspection
Verify customer requirements from RFP through creation of End Item Data Packages
Qualification
Required
Experience in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement and strong problem-solving skills
Knowledge and understanding of current ISO 9001/AS 9100 quality systems
Working knowledge with interpretation of engineering specifications, mechanical drawing and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T)
Knowledge of process capability concepts including Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques
Fundamental knowledge of root cause/corrective and preventative action and the ability to walk project teams and customers through the analysis
In-depth understanding ERP/MRP planning systems
Strong skills in MS Windows – Excel, Word and Power-point. Familiar with and able to work in MS Project
Preferred
BS/MS in science or engineering discipline with emphasis in electro/mechanical engineering and experience in quality engineering
IPC & J-STD Specification knowledge
Electronics manufacturing experience (PCBAs, cables, electronic assemblies, etc.)
Electronics testing experience (Oscilloscopes, Meters, Power Supplies, etc.)
Six Sigma Black or Green Belt
ASQ CQE/CQM Certification
Experience working in military or aerospace quality systems
Significant experience working directly with customers and suppliers
Company
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD)
Right For Your Mission Headquartered in Simsbury, Connecticut, with additional locations in Graham, Kentucky, and Moorpark, California, EBAD is a global leader in mission-critical hardware and systems, delivering precision energetics and innovative explosive solutions that empower success in the most demanding environments.
Founded in 1836
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brendan Walsh
President & CEO
Stacey Payne
INSPECTOR
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2025-09-13
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