Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer Description

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Air Systems business area. Visit  &  to read more about who we are and the products we make!

Textron Systems in Blackstone, VA is seeking a Quality Engineer. We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will:

• Support Quality processes in receiving, receiving inspection, assembly, test and shipping areas
• Attend Integrated Product Team meetings to present on Quality priorities, nonconformances, focus areas, and key issues
• Disposition nonconformances in parts, paperwork, drawings, etc.
• Conduct Material Review Board (MRB) submissions on noncompliant material as needed
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and others to report out on defects and identify root cause and corrective actions
• Conduct and report out on periodic quality audits to ensure compliance to process and procedure
• Participate in periodic reviews to report out quality performance and other key metrics
• Analyze production results/inspection data and present findings to the team
• Support the improvement of processes throughout the facility
• Meet with Factory Managers, Planners, Supplier Quality Engineers, Project Managers, and others to find solutions to day-to-day problems and develop formal corrective action requests when required
• Produce/revise inspection instructions/procedures, inspect product when required
• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering. Mechanical or electrical preferred

• 1 year of experience
• Knowledge and experience with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems
• Experience with Oracle preferred
• Auditing per AS9100
• Lean or six sigma green belt preferred
• Experience reading and interpreting design drawings
• Experience using basic inspection tools and equipment
• First article inspection experience
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Team player
• Eligible to obtain a security clearance

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Systems

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Location:

US-Virginia-Blackstone

Job Function: Quality

Schedule: Full-time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Experienced

Shift: First Shift

Job Posting: 01/14/2026, 1:56:41 PM

Job Number: 338820