Quality Engineer

Primary Responsibilities

• Support and maintain the company Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with AS9100D
• Review and interpret quality requirements from customer drawings, contracts, and purchase orders and provide technical input on quality flowdowns to operations and manufacturing
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) documentation and coordination
• Interface with customer quality representatives on quality submittals and non-conformances
• Support internal and external audits including AS9100D surveillance and customer source inspections
• Develop and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, and process documentation
• Track and manage non-conformances, corrective actions, and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Support root cause corrective action (RCCA) investigations and effectiveness verification
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality requirements are understood and implemented on the shop floor
• Work closely with the Quality Technician to ensure inspection activities are properly documented and traceable

Required Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a quality, manufacturing, or technical role — or equivalent education and experience
• Familiarity with quality management systems or quality standards
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering, quality, business, or related field
• Familiarity with AS9100D quality management requirements
• Experience with AS9102 First Article Inspection documentation
• Experience with CAPA and RCCA processes
• Experience interfacing with government or defense customer quality representatives
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with CMM and 3D scanning inspection methods and how results are interpreted against engineering drawings and GD&T requirements
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, kaizen, or quality management systems as practiced in precision manufacturing or automotive environments — experience with Japanese manufacturing methodologies or companies operating under these principles is a plus
• ASQ certification (CQE, CQT, or similar) a plus

Pay

This is a full-time salaried position with highly competitive compensation based on experience and skills, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.