Quality Engineer

The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or similar (or equivalent experience)3+ years in quality engineering or manufacturing quality environmentsExperience in regulated industries such as aerospace or automotiveWorking knowledge of AS9100 and quality management systemsStrong root cause analysis and problem-solving capabilitiesAbility to interpret engineering drawings and GD&TExperience with inspections, measurement systems, and calibration practicesProficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office toolsStrong communication skills with cross-functional collaboration experiencePreferredASQ certifications (CQE or similar)Internal auditing experienceWhat's on OfferCompetitive salary ranging from $60000 to $75000 USD.Work in a regulated, high-quality manufacturing environmentDirect ownership of quality improvements and process optimizationExposure to cross-functional teams and leadership visibilityOpportunity to work on AS9100 and advanced quality systemsStrong career growth within quality engineering and leadership They offer a collaborative environment where engineering and quality professionals have direct influence on product excellence and operational improvements.

Join a High-Impact Quality Role Driving Aerospace-Level StandardsLead root cause and process improvements with real ownershipAbout Our ClientThis organization is a well-established manufacturer known for precision, quality, and strong customer partnerships in highly regulated industries. They offer a collaborative environment where engineering and quality professionals have direct influence on product excellence and operational improvements.Job DescriptionQuality Systems & ComplianceSupport adherence to AS9100 and customer-specific quality standardsMaintain and enhance QMS documentation, procedures, and workflowsParticipate in internal, external, and certification auditsContinuous Improvement & Problem SolvingAnalyze production processes to drive quality improvements and reduce wasteLead root cause analysis using tools like 5 Whys, Fishbone, Pareto, and FMEAImplement and validate corrective/preventive actionsCustomer Quality ManagementInvestigate complaints, returns, and non-conformancesLead containment and corrective actions while preparing 8D reportsSupport customer-driven quality initiatives and performance targetsProduction & Engineering SupportProvide technical guidance on quality standards and inspection criteriaReview control plans, inspection methods, and validation processesSupport first article inspections, qualifications, and new product launchesFirst Article Inspection (FAI)Coordinate AS9102-compliant FAIR activities and documentationReview drawings/specs and ensure full traceabilityManage submission packages and maintain FAI records (partial/full/delta)Track performance metrics and improve FAI efficiencySupplier QualitySupport supplier qualification, audits, and performance trackingDrive supplier corrective actions and continuous improvement effortsData & Risk ManagementAnalyze quality data (scrap, FPY, returns, supplier performance)Identify trends to reduce cost of poor qualitySupport risk assessments and mitigation planningMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or similar (or equivalent experience)3+ years in quality engineering or manufacturing quality environmentsExperience in regulated industries such as aerospace or automotiveWorking knowledge of AS9100 and quality management systemsStrong root cause analysis and problem-solving capabilitiesAbility to interpret engineering drawings and GD&TExperience with inspections, measurement systems, and calibration practicesProficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office toolsStrong communication skills with cross-functional collaboration experiencePreferredASQ certifications (CQE or similar)Internal auditing experienceWhat's on OfferCompetitive salary ranging from $60000 to $75000 USD.Work in a regulated, high-quality manufacturing environmentDirect ownership of quality improvements and process optimizationExposure to cross-functional teams and leadership visibilityOpportunity to work on AS9100 and advanced quality systemsStrong career growth within quality engineering and leadership