Quality Engineer 3

About the role

Hexcel, a global leader in advanced lightweight composite materials, is seeking a Quality Engineer III for its Kent, WA location. The role provides leadership in quality and inspection planning, change management, and Bill of Material (BOM) planning, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and reliability across processes and quality controls by guiding review boards, approving specifications, analyzing corrective actions, and conducting audits.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Hexcel policies, procedures, and Code of Business Conduct.
• Review contracts, drawings, and specifications to develop quality plans and inspection criteria; approve production planning for quality, first article, and inspection requirements.
• Create and maintain quality documentation to support accuracy and compliance.
• Communicate quality standards internally and externally; maintain strong customer relationships and support workforce training.
• Review and process non‑conforming materials; lead corrective and preventive actions and support MRB activities.
• Conduct internal and external audits; evaluate findings and implement corrective actions.
• Lead strategic quality planning and drive cross‑functional initiatives, including enterprise‑level improvement and innovation projects.
• Develop and implement supplier quality strategies and global alignment programs.
• Utilize predictive analytics and digital quality systems to enhance quality performance.
• Mentor Level I & II Quality Engineers and other team members; provide formal leadership in quality projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, or a related field required; master’s preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering with leadership responsibilities.
• Expertise in quality management systems and compliance standards (AS9100, Nadcap) and advanced analytics.
• Proven ability in strategic planning, supplier quality management, and cross‑functional leadership.
• Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills with a strategic decision‑making mindset.
• Experience with digital transformation in quality, predictive tools, and data analytics platforms.
• Advanced problem‑solving skills and an innovation mindset; proficiency in Lean/Six Sigma (certification strongly preferred).
• ASQ certifications (CQE preferred) and Certified Lead Auditor training desirable.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications, including Model‑Based Definition (MBD); familiarity with measurement and inspection equipment.
• Experience with composite materials and lean manufacturing is a plus.

Eligible candidates must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, a person admitted in refugee status, or a person granted asylum.

Pay

Summary pay range: $77,968 – $130,228 annual salary.