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Spectrum Control

Technical Quality Engineer

Spectrum Control, Marlborough, Massachusetts, us, 01752

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At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a

3-day weekend . We offer competitive wages and PTO, plus our benefits begin on

day 1

of employment. Come join a workforce where we put you first! Position Summary:

The Technical Quality Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the consistent delivery of high-reliability electronic components to our commercial and aerospace & defense customers. This position supports compliance with customer, industry, and regulatory quality standards while driving continuous improvement in design, manufacturing, and supplier processes. The Technical Quality Engineer serves as a key liaison between engineering, operations, suppliers, and customers to resolve complex quality challenges and maintain our reputation as a trusted partner to prime contractors and tier-one OEMs. Key Responsibilities Support the development, maintenance, and auditing of the company’s Quality Management System (QMS). Ensure compliance with aerospace and defense quality standards, including AS9100, IPC, and contract-specific requirements. Coordinate and maintain group qualification activities for parts in accordance with MIL-PRF-38534M requirements. Support cross-functional collaboration to ensure part compliance with military and customer-specific standards. Prepare and deliver accurate, timely quality documentation packages to prime contractors and customers. Supports RCCA investigations to resolve internal, supplier, and customer quality issues. Support MRB activities by leading the disposition of nonconforming parts and coordinating corrective actions. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, scrap, and rework using data-driven methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean). Monitor and reduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) through data analysis and targeted quality improvements. Required Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field (Electrical Engineering preferred). 3–7 years of quality engineering experience in the electronics, aerospace, or defense manufacturing industry. Strong knowledge of electronic components, circuit boards, and associated manufacturing/inspection processes. Experience working with aerospace & defense prime contractor quality systems and flow-down requirements. Demonstrated proficiency in RCCA, failure analysis, and problem-solving tools (8D, Ishikawa, FMEA). Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, and applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., ITAR, EAR). Skills & Competencies Technical: Proficient in quality engineering methods, statistical analysis, and reliability concepts. Executional: Strong organizational and time-management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities. Interpersonal: Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with engineering, operations, suppliers, and customers. Behavioral: High attention to detail, adaptability in dynamic environments, and commitment to continuous improvement. Analytical: Data-driven decision making with ability to distill complex technical issues into actionable steps. Other Requirements Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. security clearance (if required by program or customer). Industry certifications (CQE, CQA, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt) preferred but not required. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office in manufacturing facility Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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