Quality Engineer - Metallurgical & Laboratory Operations

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.

Job Summary

We're looking for a Quality Engineer - Metallurgical & Laboratory Operations to support laboratory operations, quality systems, and technical material evaluations for the manufacture and repair of turbine engine components. This role serves as a key technical resource for metallurgy, chemistry, materials characterization, and laboratory quality, supporting production, product development, failure investigations, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Based on the template structure provided.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. Whether you're improving processes, supporting operations, solving technical challenges, or driving business performance, your contributions help keep aircraft flying safely around the world.

Location: Orangeburg, NY

Schedule: On-site

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform metallurgical, chemistry, materials characterization, imaging, and elemental analysis to support production, customer requirements, and root cause investigations.
• Operate, troubleshoot, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment, including analytical chemistry instrumentation, optical microscopes, and scanning electron microscopes.
• Evaluate raw materials and test results to verify compliance with engineering specifications and customer requirements.
• Lead and support failure investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action initiatives.
• Provide technical expertise to manufacturing, engineering, laboratory personnel, customers, and suppliers.
• Support new product introductions (NPI), process development activities, and continuous improvement projects.
• Train and mentor laboratory personnel on testing methods, equipment operation, and laboratory best practices.
• Maintain and improve laboratory procedures, documentation, and quality systems.
• Monitor laboratory quality metrics and drive operational improvements.
• Support internal, customer, supplier, and regulatory audits.
• Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, accreditation, and quality system requirements.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant laboratory environment.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing, laboratory, materials, or quality environment.
• Experience with metallurgical analysis, materials characterization, laboratory testing, or analytical chemistry.
• Strong problem-solving, root cause analysis, and corrective action skills.
• Knowledge of quality systems, auditing, and continuous improvement methods.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications and technical requirements.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.

Nice to Have

• Aerospace manufacturing, MRO, or laboratory experience.
• Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean certification, or similar.
• Experience with SEM, optical microscopy, and materials characterization equipment.
• Metallography, microstructural analysis, and failure investigation experience.
• Analytical chemistry experience (ICP, IC, titrations, sample preparation).
• Knowledge of aerospace materials, coatings, and heat treatment processes.
• Proficiency with Minitab, SPC, GR&R, image analysis software, and Excel.
• Experience with NADCAP, ISO 17025, or AS9100 environments.
• Technical leadership, mentoring, or project management experience.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily laboratory and manufacturing environment.
• Frequent standing, walking, and movement between laboratory and production areas.
• Ability to perform detailed inspections and analytical testing using laboratory equipment and microscopes.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to wear required PPE and work safely around chemicals, laboratory equipment, and manufacturing operations.

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/