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Job Description
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY
The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting product and process quality across Engineering, Manufacturing, Test, Supply Chain, and Program execution at Technical Directions Inc. This role focuses on preventing defects, resolving nonconformances, and strengthening process capability through disciplined root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality planning.
Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Engineer works cross-functionally to ensure quality requirements are clearly defined, understood, and executed throughout the product lifecycleifrom design and supplier receipt through assembly, test, and delivery.
ESSENTIAL JOB
FUNCTIONSProduct & Process Quality EngineeringSupport product quality planning and execution across Engineering and ManufacturingReview engineering drawings, specifications, and BOMs for quality and inspection requirementsDevelop and maintain inspection plans, control plans, and acceptance criteriaSupport First Article Inspection (FAI) activities in accordance with AS9102Plan & perform APQP processes per AS 9145Develop processes, procedures, & work instructions for quality and/or manufacturingNonconformance, RCA & CAPA ExecutionInvestigate internal, supplier, and customer nonconformances (NCRs)Lead or support root cause analysis using 8D, A3, DMAIC, or equivalent methodsDevelop, implement, and verify effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)Track NCR and CAPA status to closure and report trendsManufacturing & Test SupportProvide quality engineering support to Assembly & Test operationsSupport containment, disposition, and corrective action for shop-floor issuesPartner with Manufacturing and Test Engineering to improve first-time-through yieldSupport process confirmation and standard work adherenceSupport equipment management and calibration programsSupplier Quality SupportSupport supplier quality activities including receiving inspection, SCARs, and QMS developmentParticipate in supplier audits and performance reviews as assignedVerify supplier compliance with quality requirements and documentation flow-downSupport resolution of supplier-related quality issuesProgram & Customer Quality SupportSupport Program Management with quality input for program reviews and risk assessmentsParticipate in customer audits, reviews, and technical discussions as requiredSupport customer quality issue resolution and communicationEnsure quality data supports program delivery commitmentsData, Metrics & Continuous ImprovementTrack and analyze quality metrics including NCRs, COPQ, yield, escapes, and trendsSupport development of dashboards and reporting for leadership visibilityIdentify systemic issues and support continuous improvement initiativesSupport Lean and Six Sigma activities related to quality improvementLead Measurement System Analysis (MSA) studies in support of continuous improvement initiativesCompliance, Documentation & GovernanceEnsure compliance with AS9100D, government, customer, and internal QMS proceduresMaintain accurate quality records and documentationSupport internal and external audits as requiredEnsure quality data is accurate, traceable, and audit-ready
SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITYNo direct people management responsibilityProvides technical guidance and quality leadership through influenceWorks closely with
Inspectors, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply ChainKeyword:
quality engineering, AS9100D, root cause analysis, CAPA, FAI
AS9102, APQP
AS9145, inspection plans, GD&T, nonconformance, NCR, supplier quality, Lean, Six Sigma, process capability,
MSA, ITARRequired Experience:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS
& ABILITIESRequiredStrong knowledge of quality engineering principles and problem-solving methodsWorking knowledge of AS9100D and aerospace quality requirementsExperience with root cause analysis, CAPA, and inspection planningAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications (GD&T)Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skillsAbility to manage confidential and export-controlled information (ITAR)Familiarity with DFMEA, PFMEA, and control plan developmentExperience with statistical analysis and process capability toolsPreferredExperience in aerospace, defense, propulsion, or regulated manufacturing environmentsASQ certifications (CQE/CQA/CSSBB) or equivalentGauge design
EDUCATION AND
EXPERIENCERequiredBacheloris degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related technical discipline5+ years of experience in quality engineering or manufacturing quality rolesExperience supporting regulated or AS9100 environmentsPreferredExperience supporting government or defense programsExperience working in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environmentsDimensional inspections using CMM equipment in accordance with inspection plans and drawingsPerform manual inspections using precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, indicators)
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Office, manufacturing, and test environmentsFrequent presence on the shop floorExposure to noise, equipment, and hazardous materialsAbility to stand, walk, and perform inspections for extended periodsMay be required to lift materials, components, or assemblies up to 50 lbsMay require extended hours during investigations or program milestonesTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS0i15% as required to support suppliers, audits, customer visits, or other Kratos... For full info follow application link. Kratos is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
