Quality Engineer

Summary:

Evaluate quality processes, procedures, and statistical techniques; analyze production and service limitations and standards; recommend revisions to specifications. Assist in formulating quality policies and procedures, collaborating with engineering departments, customers, and suppliers on quality issues. Ensure quality standards are met for specific customers, programs, and projects, including reviewing customer quotes, contracts, and ensuring acceptable product shipments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare, review, and approve quality plans and specifications, recommending process improvements.
• Review material certifications, work orders, test reports, and inspection data for accuracy.
• Collaborate daily with internal engineering teams, resolving product quality issues.
• Ensure customer quality requirements are conveyed to suppliers and incorporated into manufacturing work instructions.
• Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) and continuous improvement projects.
• Conduct failure investigations, corrective actions, and customer complaint resolutions.
• Review and approve drawings per GD&T standards.
• Liaise between design engineering, manufacturing, and other departments to ensure product conformance.
• Coordinate customer/government inspections and attend related meetings.
• Support internal and external audits, documenting results and corrective actions.

Qualifications:

• Experience with government contracts and ISO 9001/AS9100 standards.
• Knowledge of inspection methods in design and fabrication.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with internal teams and external customers/suppliers.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3-6 years of experience in a Quality Assurance department within aerospace manufacturing or equivalent experience.