Associate Engineer - Quality and Calibration

Associate Engineer - Quality and Calibration

As an associate Engineer you will be responsible for performing or subcontracting all equipment calibrations, assisting with the implementation and management of the laboratory quality program to ensure compliance, including participating and leading audits.

Location: Lansing, NY

Salary: $70,000-$75,000

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in NY. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) I Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/) *

Your Challenge

• Track, monitor, perform or subcontract calibration, verification, and adjustment of all laboratory instruments and test equipment according to internal procedures and industry standards. Create new calibration procedures if needed including measurement uncertainty calculations.

• Create, validate and control datasheets used in the laboratory.

• Maintain accurate calibration records in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 and IMR quality system requirements.

• Maintain calibration schedules and ensure all equipment remains calibrated within required intervals.

• Maintain accurate calibration records in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 and IMR quality system requirements.

• Participate in the maintenance, upkeep, tracking and full engagement in the quality system for the laboratory and for the other IMR labs as needed. Some procedure writing and or editing may be required.

• Lead root cause/countermeasure investigations and schedule, track and perform training as needed

• Interface with customers, vendors and various company departments to resolve quality problems and provide information and guidance as needed.

• Participate in and/or lead internal, customer and compliance audits.

• Additional responsibilities / duties may be assigned as needed to assist Quality Manager

What You Bring

• 2-5 year’s lab testing experience, either independent lab, a captive lab or similar manufacturing or academic experience; mechanical testing experience preferred.

• Assisted or participated in audits

• Strong mechanical aptitude with a solid working knowledge of Excel

• Sound writing skills and a keen attention to detail required

• Self-motivated, unbiased, detail‑oriented and technically skilled

• Ability to wear multiple hats, to perform individual work and help others when guidance is needed

• Education - associates or bachelors – preferably in a mechanical or electrical field, or equivalent

• Some travel may be required

• Strong organization and time management skills with the aptitude to track and meet multiple deadlines throughout the year

• Documentation control – calibration records, specifications, reviewing and writing procedure and training.

Who We Are

Our Values (https://www.curtisswright.com/company/sustainability/core-values/default.aspx)

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies ("CWST") is the group name for the collective technical services provided by the legacy companies of Metal Improvement Company("MIC"), E/M Coating Services, Everlube Products, FW Gartner Thermal Spraying, Para Tech Coating, Component Coating & Repair Services, Bolt's Metallizing, Keronite, and IMR Test Labs.

CWST is a Division of Curtiss-Wright Corporation, a global innovative company that delivers highly engineered, critical function products and services to the commercial, industrial, defense and energy markets.

To learn more, please visit us at Surface Treatment and Metal Improvement | CWST (https://cwst.com/)

*Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location.

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. ([email protected])

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition ([email protected]) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.