Quality Technician
About Us:
As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.
The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.
About the Opportunity:
The Quality Technician plays a critical role within the Quality Department, supporting inspection, laboratory testing, documentation, and compliance activities. This position works closely with internal departments, external vendors, and management to ensure product quality meets customer, regulatory, and internal requirements. This role requires strong attention to detail, technical aptitude, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment.
Location:Prescott, Arizona
Responsibilities:
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Perform laboratory preparations and evaluations on product, including grinding, polishing, etching, and microstructure analysis using microscopes.
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Conduct metallurgical lab duties such as grain size evaluation, intergranular corrosion (IGC) testing, and other material analyses.
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Perform receiving inspection functions across multiple product lines and materials.
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Support in-process and final inspection activities as required.
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Assist with training and qualification of inspectors to ensure compliance with internal and customer standards.
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Prepare and support documentation for First Article Inspections (FAI), statistical data packages, FMEA, PPAP, and other customer-required quality documents.
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Review and approve certifications to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
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Maintain accurate records and complete all required paperwork and electronic entries.
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Update and maintain Quality Management System (QMS) documentation in accordance with AS9100 and customer requirements.
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Coordinate outside testing services including vendor communication, purchase order generation, and shipment/receipt of materials.
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Work with external laboratories and suppliers to ensure timely and accurate completion of testing requirements.
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Perform calibration of measuring gages and equipment and maintain calibration records.
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Ensure all equipment meets accuracy and traceability requirements (NIST, ISO/IEC 17025 where applicable).
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Review shop floor orders for packaging requirements and coordinate appropriate packaging materials.
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Provide support in gathering quality documentation for job setups.
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Act as a Designated Quality Representative (DQR) when applicable.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with company goals for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
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Meet corporate objectives related to safety performance, on-time delivery, and reduction of customer returns.
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Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
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Follow all written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
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Communicate concerns, nonconformances, or risks promptly to leadership.
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Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements, including PPE usage.
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Perform additional duties as assigned to support business needs.
Required Qualifications:
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Associate degree in Quality Technology, Manufacturing, or related field OR high school diploma with relevant aerospace or manufacturing experience.
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Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and SPC data.
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Familiarity with inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gages.
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Basic understanding of metallurgical processes and lab techniques preferred.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
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Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
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Effective communication skills with the ability to work across departments and with external vendors.
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Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Preferred Qualifications:
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ASQ certifications (e.g., CQI, CQT) preferred.
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Aerospace manufacturing experience, particularly with turbine engine components.
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Experience working within AS9100 and NADCAP environments.
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Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Visual ERP) and quality systems (e.g., UniPoint).
Working Conditions:
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Frequent standing, walking, and working in a manufacturing environment.
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Exposure to laboratory chemicals and shop conditions (grinding, polishing, etching).
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Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
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Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.
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Occasional extended hours or weekend work may be required to meet production and customer deadlines.
Acknowledgements:
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor
Benefits:
Pursuit Aerospace offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, company-paid holidays, and employee assistance programs
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
