Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field; equivalent experience considered.
5-7 years in Quality Engineering, specifically in aerospace or defense.
Experience in AS9100-certified environments required.
Familiarity with NADCAP-accredited processes preferred.
Proficient in inspection methods and tools, including CMM and calipers.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Responsibilities
Oversee compliance of the Quality Management System with AS9100 and customer requirements.
Support the Quality Director in quality policy and procedure development.
Manage document control for quality procedures.
Track quality metrics to assess and enhance QMS effectiveness.
Lead investigations into complex quality issues using structured methods.
Collaborate with various departments to solve quality-related problems.
Assist in the coordination of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs).
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and additional Sick Time.
Paid Parental Leave and a competitive 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
Education reimbursement for professional development.
Climate-controlled facility and clean, advanced work environment.
Full Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as the site owner for the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring continued compliance with AS9100, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards.
Assist the Quality Director in the development, implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of quality policies, procedures, work instructions, and process documentation.
Coordinate document control activities related to Quality procedures and system documentation.
Coordinate management review inputs, quality objectives, and quality performance reporting.
Monitor QMS effectiveness using performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and improve quality processes across the organization.
Act as the Quality Director's delegate for day-to-day quality decisions and cross-functional coordination at the site.
Coordinate quality priorities across multiple quality functions to ensure timely support of production and customer requirements.
Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations leadership to resolve complex quality issues.
Foster collaboration between Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations.
Support workload balancing across the quality team based on business priorities.
Lead complex root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, RCCA, 5 Why, Fishbone, etc.).
Facilitate cross-functional Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) activities and verify effectiveness.
Identify systemic quality risks and implement preventive improvements.
Ensure compliance with customer specifications, contract requirements, and aerospace regulatory requirements.
Support customer audits and interface directly with customer quality representatives.
Support Special Process (Dip Brazing, Vacuum Brazing, Heat Treat, and Chemical Processing) compliance.
Provide technical support to other Quality Engineers as needed, including: Corrective actions, first article inspections (AS9102), supplier quality, contract review, customer returns /escapes, MRB activities, process validations, risk assessments, production support, inspection process improveements.
Participate in new product introduction and process validation activities.
Support production readiness activities, process validation, and risk assessments.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Equivalent experience may be considered.
Preferred certifications:
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
ASQ Certified Auditor (CQA)
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
AS9100 Internal Auditor
COMPETENCIES:
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment
High level of professionalism and customer focus
Strong organizational leadership without direct authority
Ability to influence cross-functional teams
Excellent decision-making skills
Strong analytical skills and the ability to express technical concepts effectively, both written and verbally
EXPERIENCE:
5-7 years of progressive Quality Engineering experience in aerospace, aviation, or defense manufacturing.
