About the Role As a Quality Engineer II, you will play a vital role in enhancing our operational workflows and the quality of our final products. Your daily focus will involve evaluating equipment, materials, and processes while establishing robust quality control frameworks and implementing necessary corrective measures. You will serve as a primary point of contact for internal teams, suppliers, and our clients regarding quality-related matters. Reporting directly to the Quality Manager, the ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving capabilities and ensure that all certifications and processes consistently align with our established quality benchmarks. Core Responsibilities Adhere to all company conduct policies and safety protocols to help maintain a secure working environment for the entire team. Oversee and coordinate Front End Corrective Actions, including daily failure management, replacements, and NCR/CAR documentation. Develop and distribute essential Quality Alerts. Generate replacement metrics, facilitate replacement meetings, and drive corrective actions through to completion. Administer the stamp control process, ensuring the stamp log remains current for all staff, including new hires and departing personnel. Manage Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) to address nonconforming products or services from our vendors. Maintain the training matrix by tracking employee development needs and updating records as staff transitions occur. Conduct Failure Quality Analysis (FQA) on laboratory tests that do not meet standards. Design and deploy comprehensive quality control systems, procedures, and processes. Evaluate and interpret quality performance data. Examine and test materials, equipment, and certifications to verify compliance with quality specifications. Partner with operations managers to create and integrate process controls and improvements to boost overall efficiency. Investigate and resolve process-related challenges. Oversee quality control activities at supplier sites and analyze non-conformance data to help prevent future quality issues. Review or draft order-specific Inspection & Control plans and other relevant quality documentation. Respond to quality-related inquiries and concerns from our customers and their representatives. Engage in customer audits and collaborate to identify gaps, ensure corrective actions are resolved, and drive continuous improvement to exceed client expectations. Execute and lead internal audits to identify opportunities for process enhancement and ensure QMS compliance. Participate in all 6S initiatives. Provide training to production personnel on the implementation of QMS and inspection protocols. Perform other duties as assigned. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Material Sciences, or a metallurgical-related field from an accredited institution. Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a Quality Engineering capacity. Strong background in manufacturing and quality systems, with aerospace industry experience being highly desirable. Professional certification from ASQ is strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience with ISO 17025 or NADCAP standards is highly preferred. Required Skills The following qualifications represent the knowledge and abilities necessary for success in this role. Proficiency in machining, special processes, and relevant industry specifications. Expertise in material testing, metallurgy, and metal characteristic analysis. Training or practical experience in 8D problem-solving methodologies. Foundational understanding of lean manufacturing principles. Strong troubleshooting abilities with a focus on driving process improvements. Capacity to analyze and interpret complex data sets. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas and processes. Ability to execute assignments with speed and accuracy while maintaining a focus on project goals. Self-motivated professional capable of working independently without constant oversight. Strong organizational, planning, and attention-to-detail skills. Team-oriented mindset. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Advanced project management capabilities. Physical Requirements To successfully perform the essential functions of this position, employees must meet the following physical demands. The role requires regular use of hands for handling or feeling, reaching with arms, and talking or hearing. Frequent standing, walking, and sitting are required. Occasional lifting or moving of up to 35 pounds is necessary. Essential vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, as well as the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment Work is performed within manufacturing and laboratory settings where noise levels are typically moderate.

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This summary outlines the general nature and level of work expected for this position and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Key Proficiencies Quality Inspection Experience AS9100 Quality Systems Quality Control Experience NADCAP Accreditation Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Quality Control Data Analysis AS9100 Experience 6S Methodology

ISO 17025

Laboratory Procedures NADCAP Standards SCAR Management Technologies Used Quality Control Software