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PERMANENT

\nUpdated 09/21/2026\nJob Description\nJob Summary\nThe Quality Engineer is responsible for reviewing and addressing supplier performance, initiating continual improvements, and conducting internal audits to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and quality standards. Initiating and overseeing continual improvement events and corrective actions. The Quality Engineer must have experience and working knowledge with

ISO 9001, AS 9100/9110/9120, FAA 14 CFR

Parts 21, 43, 65, 145 and EASA, as well as US Department of Defense regulations (FARs, DLADs, DFARs, etc.).\nThis position is based at our Corporate Headquarters in Wood Dale, IL, with a planned relocation to the Merchandise Mart (Chicago) in early 2027.\nWhat you need to be successful in this role:\nParticipates as key team member in the measuring and monitoring aspect of supplier performance by ensuring accurate data is maintained in the Non-Conformance Reporting (NCR) system for Product Conformity and On-Time Delivery systems are in place for tracking, reporting and maintaining supplier performance, including supplier development and improvement actions.\nAbility to create power point presentations and hold meetings in relation to supplier performance.\nIssue, maintain and follow-up on internal and supplier Corrective Action Requests.\nAbility to validate product conformity to approved engineering drawings.\nCoordinate with suppliers Quality departments to disposition nonconforming product.\nThorough understanding of First Article Inspection Reports in accordance with AS9102.\nThorough understanding of surplus parts traceability requirements.\nSupports receiving, in-process, and final inspection activities and/or personnel to ensure product quality is maintained.\nProvides investigation and RCCA for quality escapes, aircraft damage events and safety issues for business units, as required.\nAssist business unit quality system managers to construct, write and revise quality/safety system related document to support business needs (ISO, AS, FAA, etc.).\nParticipate in the planning, execution, and follow up of Internal Audits.\nParticipate in the execution and follow up of 3rd party and Customer Audits.\nAll other duties as assigned.\nWhat you need to be successful in this role:\nBachelor of Arts degree (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; or eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.\nFAA Inspection Authorization, FAA Designee and ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification desired.\nMinimum five years quality assurance experience or equivalent in aerospace manufacturing and/or maintenance operations required.\nStrong leadership and interpersonal skills required.\nMust be at ease with oral and written communications under stress.\nThe rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:\nCompetitive salary and bonus package\nComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.\n401(k) retirement plan with company match\nGenerous paid time off program\nProfessional development and career advancement opportunities\n

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

\nThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.\nReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.\nThe environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.\nCandidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.\nAAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.\n

Compensation:

\nThe anticipated salary range for this position is $76,000 to $85,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.\n

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Quality Engineer, Aerospace

AAR Corp.

•

Wood Dale, Illinois

•

PERMANENT

Updated 09/21/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

The Quality Engineer is responsible for reviewing and addressing supplier performance, initiating continual improvements, and conducting internal audits to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and quality standards. Initiating and overseeing continual improvement events and corrective actions. The Quality Engineer must have experience and working knowledge with

ISO 9001, AS 9100/9110/9120, FAA 14 CFR

Parts 21, 43, 65, 145 and EASA, as well as US Department of Defense regulations (FARs, DLADs, DFARs, etc.).

This position is based at our Corporate Headquarters in Wood Dale, IL, with a planned relocation to the Merchandise Mart (Chicago) in early 2027.

What you need to be successful in this role:

Participates as key team member in the measuring and monitoring aspect of supplier performance by ensuring accurate data is maintained in the Non-Conformance Reporting (NCR) system for Product Conformity and On-Time Delivery systems are in place for tracking, reporting and maintaining supplier performance, including supplier development and improvement actions.
Ability to create power point presentations and hold meetings in relation to supplier performance.
Issue, maintain and follow-up on internal and supplier Corrective Action Requests.
Ability to validate product conformity to approved engineering drawings.
Coordinate with suppliers Quality departments to disposition nonconforming product.
Thorough understanding of First Article Inspection Reports in accordance with AS9102.
Thorough understanding of surplus parts traceability requirements.
Supports receiving, in-process, and final inspection activities and/or personnel to ensure product quality is maintained.
Provides investigation and RCCA for quality escapes, aircraft damage events and safety issues for business units, as required.
Assist business unit quality system managers to construct, write and revise quality/safety system related document to support business needs (ISO, AS, FAA, etc.).
Participate in the planning, execution, and follow up of Internal Audits.
Participate in the execution and follow up of 3rd party and Customer Audits.
All other duties as assigned.

What you need to be successful in this role:

Bachelor of Arts degree (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; or eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

FAA Inspection Authorization, FAA Designee and ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification desired.

Minimum five years quality assurance experience or equivalent in aerospace manufacturing and/or maintenance operations required.

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills required.

Must be at ease with oral and written communications under stress.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

Competitive salary and bonus package

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off program

Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.

The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.

Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $76,000 to $85,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

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