Quality Assurance Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance policies, processes, and procedures to ensure all manufactured fittings meet stringent aerospace and defense industry standards.
• Conduct regular quality audits, inspections, and testing to verify conformance to product specifications and regulatory requirements (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001).
• Identify, document, and resolve non-conformance issues, recommending corrective actions and continuous improvements to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain) to address quality issues and support product lifecycle development.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for any identified quality issues or deviations.
• Develop and conduct training programs to ensure all employees are aligned with quality standards and best practices.
• Maintain and update the company’s quality management system (QMS) and ensure proper documentation and traceability of quality activities.
• Prepare quality reports, performance metrics, and documentation to communicate the effectiveness of quality initiatives to management and stakeholders.
• Participate in product design reviews and change control processes to ensure quality considerations are integrated early in the development phase.
• Collaborate with external vendors and customers to address quality concerns and improve product performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in quality assurance, preferably in the aerospace, defense, or manufacturing industries.
• In-depth knowledge of quality management systems (QMS), ISO 9001, AS9100, and other relevant standards.
• Strong understanding of statistical process control (SPC), Six Sigma methodologies, and root cause analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in quality inspection tools and software (e.g., CMM, Calipers, Micrometers, GD&T).
• Experience with CAD systems and familiarity with blueprint reading and engineering drawings.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and certifications specific to aerospace and defense manufacturing is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Quality Engineering (CQE) or Six Sigma.
• Experience with software like Minitab, SAP, or other quality assurance management systems.
• Familiarity with aerospace materials, coatings, and hardware components used in fittings and fasteners.