Senior Quality Engineer (Aerospace & Defense)

Are you an experienced Senior Quality Engineer? This well-established company, with over 80 years of experience and a strong reputation in the aerospace, military, and space industries, offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute to high-profile and impactful projects.

The ideal candidate have at least 8 years of manufacturing quality engineering experience, including 5 years in the aerospace industry. They will hold or be able to obtain Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification within one year and have a strong background in Lean methodologies. The candidate must be proficient in interpreting engineering drawings, root cause analysis, process mapping, and possess exceptional organizational, decision-making, and communication skills. They should also have experience managing supplier relationships, conducting audits, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within quality systems.

Why Work Here:

• Onsite Cafeteria: Enjoy convenient dining options available right at the workplace.
• Outstanding Company Culture: The company prioritizes the well-being of its employees, fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Competitive compensation & benefits: Market-aligned salary plus a comprehensive benefits package.
• Significant Growth Potential: There are ample opportunities for career advancement, with a focus on professional development and long-term success.
• Expanding Space Department: Join an exciting and innovative team with $20 million in active projects within the space sector.
• Diverse Aviation Programs: Be part of both commercial and military aviation programs, contributing to impactful and high-profile projects.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Benefit from the company s support for continued education and career growth.
• Green Belt Education: Gain exclusive access to specialized training for high performers, with a focus on leadership and operational excellence.
• Veteran-Friendly Environment: The company places strong emphasis on recognizing and supporting veterans, creating an inclusive atmosphere for all employees.

Summary:

The Senior Quality Engineer will be responsible for overseeing and controlling quality attributes across assigned aerospace programs, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and industry standards.

Essential Duties:

1. Ensure raw materials, components, and finished products meet contractual quality requirements and specifications.
2. Manage supplier interactions, ensuring compliance with company and customer quality standards for new product development programs.
3. Develop and communicate quality performance expectations to suppliers, focusing on continuous improvement, process control, and quality systems.
4. Mentor and train supplier representatives on best practices in quality systems, process control methods, and problem-solving techniques.
5. Develop and execute supplier audit schedules, conduct audits, and follow up on corrective actions as needed.
6. Maintain and assess supplier program performance, including ratings, metrics, and development, and report results to management.
7. Establish quality control criteria, methods, and procedures, including inspection points and testing requirements.
8. Monitor in-process control points to ensure timely quality assurance feedback and manage quality risks effectively.
9. Conduct assessments of customer returns, assign responsibility, and approve necessary work instructions.
10. Collaborate with internal teams to resolve quality issues, implement corrective actions, and ensure the prevention of non-conformances.