Quality Engineer - Defense - Claremont, NH

• Be the technical quality voice influencing suppliers and leadership
• Own quality improvements across complex manufacturing processes

About Our Client

This organization is a well-established ISO
9001 defense manufacturer known for precision, craftsmanship, and strong core values. They offer a collaborative environment where engineers are empowered to make real impact across products, processes, and the supply base.

Job Description

• Partner with plant leadership to establish and drive quality improvement initiatives aligned with business goals
• Lead supplier quality improvement efforts, including PPAP, APQP, and reduction of supplier impact events
• Drive resolution of technical quality issues across manufacturing with a focus on process stability
• Develop and implement process controls, gaging strategies, and "no-touch" inspection technologies
• Support quality technicians by tracking performance goals and providing technical guidance
• Lead corrective actions related to supplier nonconformances and quality system adherence
• Mentor internal teams on APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and standard work

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering with a strong quality focus
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality, supplier quality, or operations
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, metrology, gage R&R, and capability studies
• Experience with machining and assembly processes (CNC, grinding, tight-tolerance manufacturing)
• Hands-on experience with supplier quality tools and process improvement methodologies
• Proven ability to troubleshoot manufacturing processes and drive root cause solutions
• Injection Molding experience preferred

What's on Offer

• High-visibility role with real influence on manufacturing quality and supplier performance
• Technically challenging environment with advanced machining and inspection technologies
• Strong culture centered on integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to develop deep expertise in precision manufacturing and supplier quality
• Stable organization with long-term investment in engineering and operations
• Comprehensive benfits package

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Emma White

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