Job Title: Quality Engineer

Responsibilities

• Conduct contract reviews to ensure compliance with customer and industry requirements.
• Review and provide input on process methods.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of internal quality systems.
• Maintain, perform, and improve PPAP, PFMEA, FMEA, APQP, SPC, and FAI processes in alignment with AS9100 and IATF standards.
• Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions using DMAIC methodologies for process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with customer and industry specifications through effective quality system processes.
• Develop and implement detailed work instructions and procedures for inspection, assembly, and testing processes.
• Collaborate with suppliers to enhance quality performance, compliance, and process efficiency.
• Conduct supplier audits to assess compliance with AS9100, IATF, and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintain regulatory history and ensure proper supplier development strategies are in place.
• Create and review in-process inspection reports and collaborate on in-process drawings to ensure product quality throughout production.
• Utilize proper gage and inspection techniques for dimensional verification and process control.
• Develop inspection plans and procedures using advanced metrology and measurement tools.
• Utilize Statistical Process Control (SPC) for process monitoring and quality control.
• Analyze manufacturing methods and recommend improvements for defect prevention.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for product quality using Six Sigma principles.
• Identify cost-saving and quality improvement opportunities through data-driven analysis.
• Lead and support Corrective Action and Preventive Action (CAPA) processes.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of aerospace manufacturing quality engineering experience, specifically with machined and fabricated products.
• Strong AS9100 and industry regulatory knowledge.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and FAI processes.
• Proficiency in GD&T, blueprint reading, and interpretation of industry specifications.
• Experience with supplier development, audits, and quality management systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office, statistical software, and quality management tools.
• Strong print reading skills, GD&T knowledge, and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and/or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification.
• Experience with CMM programming and metrology software.
• Familiarity with aerospace materials, special processes, and manufacturing techniques.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.

Work Environment

The position is based in the machining facility, with 90% of the time spent in the office and 10% on the floor. The company offers the option to work 4 10-hour shifts with Fridays off or 4 9-hour shifts with 4 hours of work on Fridays. This company is rapidly growing and acquiring new business.