ALTEN Technology USA · 3 days ago
Quality Assurance Specialist (aviation)
Binghamton, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$75K/yr - $95K/yr
2+ years expALTEN Technology USA is an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life, and they are seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist. The role involves performing inspections, managing non-conformance processes, and supporting quality assurance activities to ensure compliance with specifications.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Perform in-process and final inspections to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and internal requirements
Support and oversee QA/QC activities, including inspections, receiving checks, containment, and precision inspection of non-conforming material
Execute non-conformance management processes at the manufacturing site, including: Material Review Board (MRB), Non-Conformance Reports (NCR), Return to Vendor (RTV), and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) follow-up
Partner with the Product Assurance Engineer and manufacturing site to drive root cause investigations, identify systemic issues, and validate corrective actions
Manage non-conformance documentation, ensuring timely disposition and closure of issues
Provide real-time quality data and inspection results to the PA Engineer and internal teams to support decision making
Assist with reviews of technical data packages, drawings, and work instructions as needed
Contribute to improvements in inspection procedures and utilization of metrology equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM, 3D Solder Paste Inspection Systems)
Track site-level quality metrics, identify trends, and support continuous improvement initiatives
Support training of inspectors/technicians on inspection plans, defect identification, and data capture
Adhere to all environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures
Perform other quality-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of experience in a quality, manufacturing, supply chain, or engineering-related field OR bachelor's degree in engineering, quality, or supply chain in lieu of experience
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and inspection methods
Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, including GD&T
Hands-on experience with calibrated inspection tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM, 3D Solder Paste Inspection Systems, X-ray inspection)
Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar QMS standards
Knowledge of quality processes (First Article Inspections, CAPA, etc.)
Experience interfacing with customers and managing customer-related non-conformances
Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other quality improvement tools (8D, 5 Whys, FMEA, Pareto analysis, RCCA, etc.)
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to liaise cross-functionally and externally
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Quality, Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering
Familiarity with MES, ERP, or QMS software is a plus
Background in solar cell/module manufacturing or other high-reliability electronics
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits
Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace.
Company
ALTEN Technology USA
ALTEN Technology USA is an engineering consulting company. It is a sub-organization of Alten.
501-1000 employees
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Mark Henault
Chief Technology Officer at Alten Technology
Mike Walraven
Chief Administrative Officer
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