Inspection Lead

About Us:

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace 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.

About the Opportunity: The Quality Team Lead will play a critical role in maintaining and improving the quality systems, processes, and culture at Pursuit Aerospace. This position provides leadership to the quality team and serves as a key liaison between quality, operations, engineering, and customers to ensure products meet or exceed internal and external requirements.

Location: Malden, MA

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead a team of Quality Inspectors and Technicians in day-to-day activities.
• Ensure that incoming, in-process, and final inspections are performed to quality standards and customer specifications.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of AS9100/ISO9001 standards and quality procedures.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action processes (RCCA/CAPA).
• Monitor and report quality performance metrics, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide training, guidance, and development to quality team members.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to resolve quality issues and support production goals.
• Lead the team with a strong sense of urgency to meet customer delivery needs while ensuring there is never a compromise on safety or quality standards.
• Escalate significant quality issues and customer complaints as necessary.
• Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing or a similar regulated industry.
• 5+ Experience with inspection tools, GD&T, and reading technical drawings.
• 1+ years in a supervisory or team lead role.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in engineering, Quality, or a related field preferred.

• Experience working with CNC machinery, PLCs, and automated systems.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Comfortable using manufacturing software systems and basic Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, safety standards, and quality systems (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001).
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example, motivate teams, and hold others accountable.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, 8D).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Pre-Employment Screening:
As a federal contractor in the defense industry, Pursuit Aerospace is subject to federal regulations. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background checks, drug and alcohol screening, and employment eligibility verification.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand, and walk.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.

Acknowledgements:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits:

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.