Quality Engineer

Position Duties

• Provide daily quality engineering support for assigned manufacturing value streams.
• Lead investigations of internal and external nonconformances using structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, RCCA, 5 Why, Fishbone, etc.).
• Develop, implement, and verify corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities and disposition of nonconforming material.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Planning, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues and improve process performance.
• Develop and maintain Process Control Plans, Inspection Plans, and quality documentation.
• Support First Article Inspection (AS9102) activities and product validation.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements to ensure manufacturing compliance.
• Perform statistical analysis using SPC, Process Capability, MSA, and other quality tools.
• Develop and monitor quality metrics, dashboards, KPIs, and trend analysis.
• Monitor scrap, rework, customer returns, escapes, and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), and drive improvement initiatives.
• Conduct process audits, product audits, and layered process audits.
• Support internal, customer, regulatory, and third-party audits, including AS9100, FAA, DCMA, NADCAP, and customer-specific requirements.
• Support supplier quality activities, including supplier corrective actions, source inspections, and supplier performance improvement.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering on process validation, qualification, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI), process validation, and production readiness activities.
• Develop, revise, and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, and inspection standards.
• Train employees on quality requirements, inspection methods, and quality system procedures.
• Lead and participate in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, regulatory requirements, and company Quality Management System (QMS).
• Present quality performance, investigations, and improvement activities to management and customers.
• Support production in resolving quality concerns while minimizing manufacturing interruptions.
• Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Quality Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Minimum of 5 years of Quality Engineering experience in an AS9100-regulated aerospace or defense manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100D, AS9102, ISO 9001, and customer-specific quality requirements.
• Experience leading Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities utilizing 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, Fault Tree Analysis, or similar problem-solving methodologies.
• Proficiency with quality engineering tools including SPC, Process Capability (Cp/Cpk), MSA, Gauge R&R, PFMEA, Control Plans, and DOE.
• Advanced ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
• Experience preparing and reviewing First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) in accordance with AS9102.
• Experience supporting internal, customer, regulatory, and third-party audits, including FAA, DCMA, NADCAP, and customer audits.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes including CNC machining, fabrication, molding, assembly, and inspection methodologies.
• Experience using precision measurement equipment including CMMs, optical inspection systems, and conventional inspection tools.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using Minitab, Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, and data analysis tools to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage multiple priorities, and effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), CQA, or equivalent professional certification.
• Led Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Certified AS9100 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor.
• Knowledge of customer-specific aerospace requirements (Boeing, Collins Aerospace, Bell, Textron, Honeywell, etc.).
• Experience with PLM, ERP, and quality management systems.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), APQP, and risk management methodologies.
• Experience supporting automated manufacturing, advanced inspection technologies, and digital quality initiatives.