As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace (formerly Paradigm Precision) is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality. The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

Pursuit Aerospace is seeking a Quality Engineer that would be responsible for ensuring assigned products meet customer purchase orders, drawings, and specifications related to the manufacturing of assigned hardware. This role includes performing quality audits, monitoring processes, and ensuring effective root cause analysis and corrective actions are implemented. The position collaborates closely with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to maintain high-quality standards and continuous improvement initiatives.

Under limited supervision

Review purchase orders, customer specifications, and drawings

Develop quality plans within manufacturing work instructions and approve First Article Inspection plans

Collaborate with engineering and the shop regarding non-conforming material, source inspections, and SPC analysis

Provide flow requirements to suppliers and technical support to the shop

Develop, define, and initiate standards and methods of inspection

Support inspection, operators, and engineering staff to ensure compliance with specifications, customer requirements, and regulatory standards





Ensure flow down of key characteristics and develop effective quality control plans in partnership with engineering

Review travelers for material, special processing requirements, and manufacturability

Drive assigned improvement projects and perform internal audits, root cause analysis, and corrective action system training

Design and develop inspection fixtures, tools, and gages

Serve as a liaison between customers and suppliers on quality issues

Support Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) initiatives and approve Quality Plans

Recommend process and quality improvements

Flows-down customer requirements to Purchasing

Provide Quality Clinic support and establish sampling plans to meet QMS requirements

Develop quality plans for part acceptance and support Value Stream Mapping processes

Perform other duties as assigned by regulatory standards or management

Knowledge of machining operations, quality assurance systems, calibration, and gauging

Solid understanding of AS9102/eCAV, CID, SPS & Fix Process

Familiarity with AS9100 Quality Systems requirements

Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and manufacturing techniques

Strong skills in root cause analysis and corrective action

Working knowledge of Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing

Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Problem-solving abilities to support continuous process improvement

Interpersonal skills to work effectively with engineering and technical staff





Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, and draw conclusions

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field

Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or related industry in a quality engineering role

Prior experience as a Quality Engineering Technician is a plus

Prior experience with Quality Engineering in a highly regulated manufacturing environment

Familiarity with supplier quality systems and supplier development

Advanced knowledge of quality improvement methodologies and Lean initiatives

Regularly required to sit and use hands for typing or handling items.

Office-based position with a generally quiet work environment.

Occasional work may occur in manufacturing areas or customer plant environments.

Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and cleaning solutions such as acetone and alcohol.

Primarily based in a manufacturing environment with exposure to shop floor operations

Occasional visits to supplier facilities or customer sites may be required

Standard office environment for documentation, planning, and reporting activities

Collaborative environment requiring interaction with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality

Compensation & Benefits: Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on your employment classification - whether you're full-time, part time, or a contractor

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other basis protected by law.

📌 Supplier Quality Engineer-Part Time (Orillia)
🏢 Pursuit Aerospace
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