Analyst, Quality Analysis

Position Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Analyst to join our West Hartford, CT team. This role will provide quality assurance Chemical Lab support to internal and external customers and all departments of the organization. The position is instrumental in implementing the Quality Assurance strategy to ensure a continuous flow of products consistent with established industry standards, government regulations, and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain safety awareness of chemical handling and operation of lab equipment
• Maintain proper laboratory supply inventories
• Track and maintain periodic testing schedules
• Send periodic test samples to outside labs and review reports
• Cross section and polish steel parts
• Perform chemical analysis of processing baths (acid-base titrations)
• Conduct microscopic analysis of etched steels
• Follow procedures to complete various QC tests
• Develop, prepare, and maintain inspection process sheets
• Train employees in the use of lab equipment
• Develop quotations for components, including make/buy analysis
• Provide quality support to improve process performance and capability
• Utilize expertise in quality assurance and process improvement tools to support continuous improvement
• Develop, implement, and audit inspection and test plans, standards, and acceptance criteria; facilitate investigation and resolution of quality problems and corrective actions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering, Science, Technology, Quality, or another technical field
• 1-3 years’ experience in a Quality Lab Analyst position within a complex manufacturing environment
• Experience in the aerospace industry and knowledge of applicable regulatory authorities is desired
• Understanding of standards, implementation, and certification processes for Quality Management Systems such as AS9100, ISO-9001, or other industry-specific standards
• Ability to interface effectively with all departments and levels within the organization as well as with customers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 5%
• Ability to walk, stand and sit for extended periods
• Ability to remain seated for long periods while working on computer or documentation
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and standard office equipment
• Capability to withstand long periods of viewing data on a computer screen or paper format
• Ability to interact with a diverse range of people and varying levels of personnel