Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer required for leading aerospace manufacturer

• Aerospace Quality Engineer
• Fully on-site in Arkansas (relocation assistance available)
• $85,000-$95,000 per year
• AS9100 experience required

The Quality Engineer will have the following responsibilities:

• Review customer purchase orders and contract requirements to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory specifications.
• Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and other cross-functional teams to support production quality and resolve issues.
• Lead and participate in root cause investigations, corrective actions, and preventive actions (RCCA/CAPA) related to product and process quality.
• Support manufacturing operations by identifying and implementing quality improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as the quality representative in internal and customer-facing meetings as needed.
• Manage and respond to customer corrective action requests (CARs).
• Analyze quality data, defect trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement.
• Conduct and support internal audits, process audits, and compliance activities.
• Help maintain, improve, and monitor the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with AS9100 and company standards.
• Monitor production processes and personnel for adherence to quality requirements, procedures, and best practices.
• Communicate quality concerns, risks, and status updates to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Support special projects, quality initiatives, and other engineering assignments as needed.
• Provide regular updates on open quality issues, corrective actions, and improvement efforts.
• Promote a culture of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

The ideal Quality Engineer candidate will have the following skillset:

• 2+ years of Quality Engineering experience within aerospace and defense manufacturing.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Hands-on experience working under AS9100 quality standards and aerospace quality management systems.
• Background supporting highly regulated manufacturing environments, preferably electronics, defense, aerospace components, or complex assemblies.
• Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, preventive actions, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), audits, compliance requirements, and continuous improvement practices.
• Ability to investigate production quality issues and drive corrective actions to closure.
• Experience analyzing quality metrics, defect trends, and performance data.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality controls, and inspection requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and communication skills.
• Experience interacting with customers regarding quality concerns and corrective actions.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, DOE, or related process improvement tools is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• S. Person status required to comply with ITAR/EAR regulations.
• Candidates with strengths in both QMS/auditing and RCCA/corrective action work are especially attractive.
• Relocation assistance available

If interested, please apply now!