Quality Engineer-Aerospace

We're looking for an experienced Aerospace Quality Engineer with a focus on Inspection to own inspection planning, calibration compliance, and continuous improvement in a precision machining environment. You'll work hands-on with the team, collaborate across departments, and play a key role in ensuring our products meet the highest aerospace standards. What You'll Do Lead and perform AS9100 First Article and Final Inspections Create inspection plans and ballooned drawings Own and maintain the calibration system (AS9100 / NIST compliant) Drive root cause analysis and CAPA using 8D, 5 Whys, and data-driven tools Analyze defect trends and quality metrics to drive continuous improvement Support customer and AS9100 audits Partner with Manufacturing, Suppliers, and Customers to resolve quality issues Mentor and support Quality Inspectors What You Bring Aerospace manufacturing experience with AS9100 Strong First Article Inspection skills Hands-on inspection experience (CMM, calipers, micrometers, vision systems) Experience with CAPA, MRB, and problem-solving methodologies Comfortable working cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Degree in Engineering, Quality, or equivalent experience Why This Role High-impact, hands-on quality leadership Work on precision aerospace components Strong collaboration between Quality and Manufacturing Opportunity to drive real improvement—not just paperwork

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of hands-on experience do you have working in an AS9100-certified aerospace manufacturing environment? What types of aerospace components have you supported? Which problem-solving tools have you used? Have you responded directly to customer corrective action requests (SCARs)?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Lean Six Sigma:

3 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person