Quality Engineer

JOB SUMMARY Quality Engineering (QE) Manager - Aerospace Structures We are seeking a Quality Engineering Manager with deep experience in aerospace structures to lead quality activities across metallic and composite airframe components. This role manages a team of QEs supporting design, production, and supplier operations to ensure structural integrity, regulatory compliance, and flawless execution. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Key Responsibilities * Lead and develop a QE team focused on aircraft structural components (fuselage, wings, empennage, composite assemblies). * Ensure product and process compliance with AS9100, FAA/EASA structural requirements, and customer standards. * Oversee FAI, structural inspection planning, NDI/NDT coordination, material certification, and special process controls. * Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions related to structural defects, nonconformances, fatigue/damage tolerance issues, and manufacturing escapes. * Partner with Design Engineering on structural qualification, test planning, DFM/A, and risk mitigation (FMEA, PFMEA). * Track quality performance metrics (scrap, rework, structural defects, MRB trends) and lead continuous improvement initiatives. * Support supplier quality for metallics, composites, machining, fabrication, and bonded assemblies. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials, or related engineering field. * 10+ years of aerospace structures quality or manufacturing experience. * Strong understanding of AS9100, FAA Part 21 and structural conformity requirements. * Experience leading QE teams or complex cross‑functional quality initiatives. Preferred * ASQ CQE/CQA or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt. * Familiarity with MRB processes and digital QMS/PLM tools. Physical & Mental Demands * Frequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for extended period of time * Ability to work at a computer terminal for extended periods of time * Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment * Moderate lifting and carrying of supplies, files, etc. * Ability to speak to and hear employees/clients via phone or in person * Body motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move around the office environment * Ability to analyze unique situations and develop appropriate response * Additional Physical Requirements: file, speak, write, listen, read, type, understand * Additional Mental Requirements: compare, decide, direct, problem solve, analyze, instruct, interpret Environment * Work typically performed in an office setting.

Created: 2026-04-02