Position Summary

The Quality Engineer I (QE-I) will support the Quality Department in ensuring compliance across all phases of product development and manufacturing. This position plays a critical role in driving continuous improvement initiatives, maintaining high standards of quality, and interfacing with internal teams and external customers to ensure contract and product requirements are consistently met.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate inspection equipment including Romer Arm (PolyWorks), CMMs, and Faro Laser Tracker (VeriSurf)

• Develop AS9102-compliant First Article Inspection reports, including key characteristic data

• Communicate with customers regarding quality concerns and corrective actions

• Lead and participate in Kaizen events and problem-solving initiatives

• Monitor, report, and improve upon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to quality

• Manage non-conformance processes and corrective/preventive action systems

• Provide quality assurance support throughout all stages of the product lifecycle—from proposal through production and post-delivery

• Conduct audits and assessments to ensure compliance with standards including AS9100, ISO9001, and NADCAP

• Support and participate in DFMEA and PFMEA efforts to identify and mitigate product and process risks

• Analyze statistical data to support continuous improvement and root cause analysis

• Provide guidance to quality inspectors and other team members on inspection and testing procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience

• Strong understanding of GD&T, with the ability to teach others

• Hands-on experience with CMMs, Laser Trackers, Faro/Romer Arms, and PolyWorks software

• Knowledge of aerospace quality standards (AS9100, NADCAP), and experience with implementation

• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies; formal training or certification is a plus

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

• U.S. Citizenship required; may be required to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance

Key Success Factors

• Improve efficiency in CMM/PCMM processes

• Ensure full compliance with internal and external quality standards

• Reduce scrap rates to less than 1% through collaboration and continuous improvement

• Achieve annual improvements in first-pass yield by at least 10%