Job Description

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.
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Why work at Chromalloy?
Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!
Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.
• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee – regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave—all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.
Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

The Senior Quality Assurance Engineer provides technical and strategic quality leadership for the manufacture of turbine engine blades and airfoils at a dual-site FAA PMA-approved facility. Operating within a certified AS9100 framework, this role carries direct accountability for product airworthiness conformity, QMS ownership, and regulatory compliance across both sites. The Senior QAE leads cross-functional problem solving, owns complex quality decisions including MRB disposition and risk acceptance, and serves as the primary technical interface with customers, suppliers, the FAA, and certification bodies.
Key Responsibilities

• Serve as technical authority for engineering drawing interpretation, GD&T application, and acceptance criteria for turbine blade and airfoil components.
• Maintain and apply FAA PMA production conformity requirements, support DER/DAR interactions, and ensure traceability and airworthiness documentation meet FAA standards.
• Lead MRB activities, including disposition of nonconforming products, risk-based decision making, and airworthiness impact assessment for critical rotating parts.
• Lead RCCA and 8D problem solving, ensuring systemic corrective actions and verified effectiveness.
• Own assigned elements of the AS9100 Quality Management System, including procedure development and compliance.
• Coordinate quality activities across two manufacturing sites, ensuring consistent QMS implementation, shared metrics visibility, and aligned corrective action processes.
• Plan and conduct risk-based internal audits; serve as primary technical point of contact during customer and FAA regulatory audits.
• Provide senior-level technical support to customers and suppliers, including concession negotiation and escape resolution.
• Provide quality disposition authority to support on-time shipment of conforming, airworthy products.
• Drive site quality performance metrics including scrap, rework, FPY, and corrective action closure rates.
• Mentor Quality Engineers and Inspectors; standardize quality tools and best practices across both sites.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of Quality Engineering experience within aerospace or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience with MRB disposition authority, corrective action leadership, and audit support.
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100/9110 standards and FAA Part 21 PMA production approval requirements.
• AS9102 First Article Inspection leadership experience.
• Proficiency with statistical analysis tools (Excel, Minitab) and quality data systems (e.g., QDAS, SAP, or equivalent ERP/MES platforms).
• Familiarity with FAA Critical Parts requirements and life-limited part traceability obligations.
Preferred Qualifications / Certifications
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with turbine airfoil manufacturing processes such as investment casting, EDM, thermal barrier coatings, FPI/MPI, or CMC components.
• APQP / PFMEA / Control Plan development experience.
• NDT familiarity, particularly Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI).
• Familiarity with CAAC, EASA, or Military quality regulatory environments.
• Experience operating within a multi-site or distributed manufacturing QMS structure.

This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs. This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements. Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
The salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels. Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job related skills, internal equity, and market conditions. We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure fair and competitive pay decisions.
Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.
Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.
Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.
In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact: https://www.chromalloy.com/contact-us/