Quality Assurance Engineer
Location: Falconer, NY
Salary Range: $ 75,000.00 to $ 85,000.00
About SKF:
SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!
SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.
We're guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.
We're a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.
Learn about SKF at www.skf.com.
Position Summary
The Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for ensuring that aerospace bearing products meet customer requirements, engineering specifications, regulatory standards, and internal quality expectations. This role supports manufacturing operations through the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality systems, inspection processes, corrective actions, and compliance activities. The Quality Assurance Engineer serves as a key liaison between Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Customers to drive product quality, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Quality Systems & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, FAA, customer, and regulatory requirements.
- Support maintenance and continual improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS).
- Participate in internal, customer, and third-party audits and support corrective action activities.
- Develop and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, inspection plans, and control plans.
- Review engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to ensure quality standards are met.
Product Quality Assurance
- Investigate product nonconformances and lead root cause analysis activities utilizing tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
- Review and disposition nonconforming material in collaboration with Engineering and Manufacturing teams.
- Develop, implement, and verify corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Support first article inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
- Analyze quality data, trends, and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Translate customer specifications, contractual requirements, and industry standards into clear, actionable manufacturing, inspection, and engineering requirements that can be effectively implemented within the factory environment.
- Develop and maintain customer compliance matrices to ensure all technical, regulatory, and quality requirements are systematically reviewed, deployed, verified, and demonstrated throughout product realization.
- Lead cross-functional FAI and PPAP initiatives by coordinating engineering, manufacturing, quality, and customer stakeholders to achieve timely submission, approval, and compliance with customer requirements.
- Serve as the primary quality interface between customers, engineering, and operations to ensure customer expectations are accurately interpreted and integrated into production processes.
Process Improvement
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect reduction, process capability, and operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and mistake-proofing solutions.
Customer Support
- Respond to customer quality concerns and support customer audits and assessments.
- Prepare quality reports, corrective action responses, and quality performance metrics.
- Interface directly with customers regarding product quality and compliance matters as required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.
- Minimum of 3 years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience working within regulated industries such as aerospace, aviation, automotive, medical device, or precision manufacturing.
- Knowledge of quality management systems and auditing principles.
- Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and technical standards.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and quality data analysis tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Aerospace manufacturing experience, preferably in bearings, precision components, or rotating equipment.
- Working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, and FAA quality requirements.
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), or other ASQ certifications.
- Experience with Minitab or similar statistical analysis software.
- Knowledge of nondestructive testing (NDT) methods and special process controls.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Technical Competencies
- Root Cause Analysis (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone)
- Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
- Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- First Article Inspection (AS9102)
- Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Control Plans and Process Validation
- Internal and External Auditing
- Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
- Risk Assessment and Continuous Improvement
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
- Ability to stand, walk, and inspect manufacturing processes for extended periods.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to utilize inspection tools, measuring instruments, and computer equipment.
What You'll Love About SKF:
Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.
Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health.
Diversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.
Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!
Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.
Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.