Quality Assurance Intern Jobs in Tampa, FL

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 QA Specialist to help ensure aerospace products and manufacturing processes meet customer requirements, engineering specifications, regulatory requirements, and Quality Management System standards. You’ll partner across manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain to investigate quality issues, strengthen processes, and support the delivery of safe, reliable, and conforming products.

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: On-site, Tampa, FL

What You’ll Be Doing

• Ensure compliance with AS9100, customer and regulatory requirements, and internal quality procedures.
• Lead investigations into nonconforming material, customer escapes, and quality system issues using structured problem-solving methods such as 8D, root cause corrective action (RCCA), and Five Why analysis.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and improve inspection plans, control plans, quality procedures, and work instructions.
• Analyze quality performance data and establish corrective and preventive actions to improve product quality and process capability.
• Support internal, customer, and third-party audits, including the timely closure of audit findings.
• Monitor quality and operational metrics, including scrap, rework, yield, on-time delivery, and customer complaints.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain to resolve quality concerns and improve manufacturing processes.
• Participate in design reviews, process validation activities, and production readiness reviews.
• Interpret engineering drawings and customer specifications to determine applicable quality standards.
• Evaluate data and prepare reports to identify and document deviations from established standards.
• Develop and implement methods and standards for inspection, testing, and evaluation.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, metallurgical, aerospace, or a related engineering discipline preferred but not required; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including engineering drawings, specifications, procedures, safety requirements, and operating instructions.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw sound conclusions.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions presented in written, mathematical, or diagram form.
• Ability to apply mathematical and statistical concepts to practical quality and manufacturing situations.
• Ability to prepare reports and correspondence and communicate effectively with employees and customers.

Nice to Have

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This role works in a manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and radiation risk. The noise level is typically moderate.

The role frequently requires standing and use of hands to handle tools or controls, with occasional walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. The position requires frequently lifting or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds. Close, distance, color, peripheral and depth vision, as well as the ability to adjust focus, are required.

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/