Sr Quality Engineer
Howmet Aerospace · Kingston, NY
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $100k–$125k
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior quality role at Howmet Aerospace (aerospace & defense) in Kingston, NY. Analyze, define, source and implement appropriate measuring devices and gages to assure products and processes produce conforming output.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, ISO 9001, Internal audits
- Base pay
- $100k–$125k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in New York: typical posted base $86k–$126k. This one lists $100k–$125k.
Median of the low and high ends of 21 live postings that list pay, out of 31 quality engineer openings in New York, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
New York plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 30 other live quality postings in New York.
- Base pay
- About 6% above similar roles
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $86k–$126k, from 19 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 74%
- Six Sigma 52%
- Lean 42%
- SPC 42%
- AS9100 39%
- FMEA 35%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
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This plant: Howmet Aerospace in Kingston
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Full description from Howmet AerospaceAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Coordinates department personnel to ensure day-to-day
requirements
are being met. Including daily work assignments, personnel vacation scheduling and payroll approval;
- ✓Develop, apply and maintain quality requirements, standards and procedures for development and manufacturing products. Acts as single point of accountability (SPA) for ISO 9001 Internal Audit program, including Lead Auditory role;
- ✓Serve as the Quality Assurance resource to department supervisors and manufacturing engineering for problem identification, resolution, loss reporting and corrective/preventive action;
- ✓Support concurrent engineering efforts by participating in design development projects representing Quality Assurance and the customer;
- ✓Review quality records and performance data, identifying problems needing improvement;
- ✓Design and implement methods for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection;
- ✓Promote and execute quality standards, inspection processes, test methodology, quality plans, documents and reports;
- ✓Interface with supplier and customer quality representatives concerning problems with quality assurance and assure that effective corrective action is implemented;
- ✓Support for quality-related customer returns of product and product complaints, including investigation, root cause analysis and corrective action;
- ✓Compile, write and deliver training material on quality standards and activities;
- ✓Analyze, define, source and implement appropriate measuring devices and gages to assure products and processes produce conforming output;
- ✓Travel as necessary to plants, customers and suppliers to advance the QA goals of the business;
- ✓Guide and assist in the conduct of system, product and process audits;
- ✓Lead and facilitate supplier management quality activity, including supplier performance, approval, audit and corrective actions;
- ✓Participate in and provide QA expertise to assigned process improvement and C.I. teams;
- ✓SPA for Material Review Board for Non-Conforming Material;
- ✓SPA for Gage Calibration program;
- ✓Back up for Quality Assurance Manager as required;
- ✓Other duties as assigned.
Basic
Education
- ✓Associate degree required. Preferred to be in Engineering, Business or Operations
Basic
Qualifications
- ✓Three (3) years’ experience in precision metal working or related industry;
- ✓Three (3) years in quality/inspection operations, with decision making authority;
- ✓Experience with ISO 9001 program;
- ✓Experience with measurement/inspection devices.
- ✓Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position;
- ✓This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
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Howmet Fastening Systems is looking for a Senior Quality Engineer to support and provide direction in the implementation of product quality systems, including plans and programs. Perform periodic analysis of the effectiveness of the quality system and coordinates improvement activity. Coordinates quality issues with customers, suppliers and internal elements of the organization, including metrology and technical direction of inspection activity. Acts in supervisory role of Quality Department. This position is in Kingston, NY.
Benefits/Salary
- •The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation.
- •The annual salary range for this position is $100,000 - $125,000.
Our Story
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .
