Quality Engineer

Location: Warren

ABOUT CIRCORJoin a Team That Powers the Mission-Critical.

At CIRCOR Aerospace & Defense, we don’t just build pumps and valves—we engineer the heartbeat of the world’s most advanced naval fleets.  From our historic Warren, MA facility—home to the legacies of Warren Pumps and Portland Valve - we design and manufacture high-performance fluid control systems that protect those who protect us.

We are building precision technology that operates in the harshest environments on earth—on submarines deep below the surface, on ships safeguarding freedom at sea, and in missions where failure is not an option.  By joining the CIRCOR team, you will be contributing to safeguarding people, vessels, and missions around the world.  We’re a global team of over 3,100 people across 100+ countries, united by a single purpose: to keep the world safe, moving, and resilient.  

As our mission expands, so does our need for exceptional talent and we are looking for driven individuals to grow with us.

At CIRCOR, your expertise fuels something bigger.  Every idea you share and every detail you craft contributes to the safety and success of those who serve.  We offer more than a job – we offer a career driven by purpose, powered by innovation, and supported by a team that stands behind you.

Because here, you don’t just make products. You make a difference.

QUALITY ENGINEER Position Summary The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that products and manufacturing processes meet established standards and customer requirements. This role works collaboratively with cross-functional teams—including production, engineering, and supply chain—to monitor performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement effective solutions that support operational excellence. The Quality Engineer analyzes production and quality data to identify trends, detect nonconformances, and evaluate process performance.

Using structured problem-solving and root cause analysis methodologies, this position investigates quality issues, develops corrective and preventive actions, and supports the implementation of sustainable process improvements. The role also assists in maintaining compliance with applicable standards, internal procedures, and regulatory requirements. Success in this position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively across departments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Develop, implement, and improve quality plans (PCS)
Implement corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence

Prepare and respond to customer escapes and corrective action requests (SCARs)
Prepare reports such as VIRS, VPARS, LOAs, and customer RCCA responses

Drive continuous improvement through utilization of CIRCOR Operating System (COS) tools

Develop, create, edit and implement special process and quality system procedures

Assist with internal and external 3rd party and customer auditsCANDIDATE PROFILE Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Interpret ASTM, Military, DFARS and FAR specifications, drawings, including knowledge of GD&TWorking experience with writing quality procedures

Problem Solving:
Solves problems using systematic analysis processes and industry-standard methodologies

Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and applications

Quality Process Management:
Applies quality tools and methods (e.g., APQP, FMEA, PPAP, SPC, Capability studies, Process Audit, inspection, test)
Measurement Science:
Analyzes measurement processes throughout the traceability chain to identify and quantify sources of measurement uncertainty

Experience with standards such as AS9100, ISO
14001, ISO
9001

Must be able to meet tight deadlines, be detail oriented and highly organized

Ability to collaborate…