Quality Engineer

Job Description

This individual will be responsible for contract review, quality planning, NPI execution, supplier development, and auditing while ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.

Quality & Compliance:

- 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 16949 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.

Supplier Development & Auditing:

- Collaborate with suppliers to enhance quality performance, compliance, and process efficiency.

- Conduct supplier audits to assess compliance with AS9100, IATF 16949, and other regulatory requirements.

- Maintain regulatory history and ensure proper supplier development strategies are in place.

Inspection & Measurement Techniques:

- 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.

- Ability to analyze manufacturing methods and recommend improvements for defect prevention.

Process Improvement & Six Sigma:

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives for product quality using Six Sigma principles (certifications preferred).

- Identify cost-saving and quality improvement opportunities through data-driven analysis.

- Lead and support Corrective Action and Preventive Action (CAPA) processes.

Must Have

- 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.

This position requires strong print reading skills, GD&T knowledge, and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement

Nice to Have

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field.

- Corrective Actions experience

- 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.