Top 15 Entry level quality engineer Jobs in Connecticut

Quality Engineer
Alpha Metalcraft Group —Danbury, CT
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Quality Engineer - Hybrid in CT or MN
Optum —Hartford, CT
- $72,800 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Computer Science
- Software troubleshooting
Entry Level Quality Engineer
Skillcraft Machine Tool Company, Inc. —South Windsor, CT
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- 1 year
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Supplier Quality Engineer
Lockheed Martin Corporation —Stratford, CT
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Paid jury duty
- Paid holidays
Quality Engineer I
Kaman Corporation —Middletown, CT
- Full-time
- Mechanical knowledge
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Quality Assurance Engineer, Assoc.
Curtiss-Wright —East Windsor, CT
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- 1 year
- Associate's degree
- Entry level
- Profit sharing
- Employee stock purchase plan
Quality Inspector - Assembly
Kaman Precision Products, Inc. —Middletown, CT
- $21 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Certification Engineer I
Honeywell —Northford, CT
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Quality Assurance Specialist
Turbo America Technology —Meriden, CT
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- ERP systems
- Office
- Opportunities for advancement
- Flexible schedule
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Validation Engineer
Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences —North Haven, CT
- Multiple hires
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
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Assembly Insp I
Kaman Corporation —Middletown, CT
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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2nd Shift - Parts Inspector I
Kaman Precision Products, Inc. —Middletown, CT
- $27 - $34 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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IUT Level 2 inspector
Element Materials Technology —South Windsor, CT
- $32 - $45 an hour
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- 1 year
In-Process Inspector / Process Auditor | 1st Shift
Mott Corporation —Farmington, CT
- $28 an hour
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- Associate's degree
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Quality Engineer

Alpha Metalcraft Group
Danbury, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$80,000 - $90,000 a year

Benefits

Profit sharing
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Professional development assistance
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Customer communication
Teamwork
Content creation for technical audiences
Defect resolution root cause analysis
Chemical Engineering
Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area)
Interpersonal skills
Technical documentation
Preventive action implementation
Technical writing experience within manufacturing
Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Manufacturing facility experience
Mechanical drawings
Quality control experience within aerospace industry
Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production
Process management
Manufacturing company experience
Cross-functional communication
Failure analysis

Full Job Description

Quality Engineer

Location: Danbury, CT
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Alpha Metalcraft Group (AMG)

Alpha Metalcraft Group (AMG) is a leading precision manufacturing organization serving the Aerospace, Defense, Medical, and Industrial markets. Our Danbury facility is the premier AS9100-certified electroforming supplier, manufacturing highly engineered components used in mission-critical aerospace and defense applications, including rotorcraft blade leading-edge abrasion strips, turbine engine erosion protection components, and missile and rocket heat shield electroforms.

AMG is committed to delivering exceptional quality, maintaining regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement throughout our operations. We are seeking a Quality Engineer who will play a key role in ensuring our products, processes, and systems consistently meet customer, regulatory, and industry requirements.

Position Summary

The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting and improving the effectiveness of AMG's Quality Management System while ensuring products and manufacturing processes meet stringent aerospace, defense, and customer requirements.

This position works closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, Suppliers, and Customers to drive quality improvements, support audits, investigate nonconformances, and maintain compliance with AS9100, customer specifications, and applicable regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on quality professional who enjoys working directly with manufacturing teams, solving technical problems, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Participate in contract reviews to interpret engineering drawings, customer-specific quality requirements, process specifications, and compliance obligations.
Develop and maintain quality standards, inspection methods, procedures, work instructions, and quality documentation.
Generate, review, and submit First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) in compliance with AS9102 requirements.
Serve as a technical quality resource during customer visits, source inspections, and external quality audits.
Maintain manufacturing processes and operations in a continuous state of AS9100 and customer compliance.
Conduct and support internal audits, process audits, and job-sequence audits to verify compliance and effectiveness of the Quality Management System.
Lead investigations into customer complaints, internal nonconformances, process failures, and quality escapes.
Facilitate root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive actions (CAPA/RCCA) to eliminate recurring issues.
Support destructive and non-destructive testing activities and validation requirements.
Analyze quality data and performance metrics to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
Support supplier quality initiatives, supplier qualification efforts, and corrective action activities.
Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to improve process capability, product quality, and operational efficiency.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, defect prevention, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Quality Engineering, or a related technical discipline; equivalent practical experience will also be considered.
Minimum of 1 year of Quality Engineering experience within an AS9100, ISO 9001, aerospace, defense, medical device, or similar regulated manufacturing environment.
Experience supporting manufacturing quality systems and production operations.
Knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies and corrective/preventive action processes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and customer-facing communication.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and functions.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting aerospace and defense manufacturing operations.
Working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, AMS specifications, ASTM standards, and Nadcap requirements.
Experience with supplier qualification, supplier audits, and supplier quality management.
Knowledge of calibration systems, measurement equipment, and inspection methodologies.
Experience supporting facility start-ups, process implementation, or manufacturing expansion projects.
Familiarity with destructive and non-destructive testing methods.
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or related quality certification.
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience.

U.S. Person Requirement

Due to the nature of our business and access to export-controlled technical data, applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person under applicable U.S. export control regulations. A U.S. Person is generally defined as a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), refugee, or individual granted asylum in the United States.

Why Join AMG?

At Alpha Metalcraft Group, you will work on highly engineered aerospace and defense products that support critical applications around the world. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced engineering and manufacturing professionals while driving quality improvements that directly impact customer success.

We offer a dynamic manufacturing environment focused on innovation, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement, along with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonus Program
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company 3% Safe Harbor Contribution
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
Supplemental Financial Protection Insurance Plans
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Professional Development Opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity

Alpha Metalcraft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

Danbury, CT 06810 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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