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Quality Engineer – AS9100 | Aerospace & Manufacturing | Root Cause & CAPA

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Job Title:  Quality Engineer – AS9100 | Aerospace & Manufacturing | Root Cause & CAPA

Work Mode:  On-Site | Manufacturing Environment

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Engineer to support and improve product quality, manufacturing processes, and the effectiveness of the Quality Management System (QMS).

The ideal candidate will collaborate with Engineering, Production, Customers, and Suppliers to ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality standards.

This role focuses on continuous improvement, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality assurance within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management System (QMS)

  • Support compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) standards, including AS9100 and applicable customer and regulatory requirements

  • Maintain and improve quality procedures, work instructions, and documentation

Process Improvement

  • Analyze manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for quality improvement and waste reduction

  • Conduct root cause analysis using methodologies such as 5 WhyFishbone DiagramPareto Analysis, and

Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA)

  • Develop, implement, and monitor

corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

Customer Quality

  • Investigate customer complaints, returns, and nonconforming products

  • Coordinate containment activities, corrective actions, and root cause investigations

  • Prepare customer quality reports, including 8D reports and corrective action documentation

Production & Manufacturing Support

  • Provide technical guidance to manufacturing teams regarding quality standards and inspection requirements

  • Review and approve inspection plans, control plans, and process validation activities

  • Support first article inspections (FAI) , process qualifications, and new product introductions

First Article Inspection (FAI)

  • Coordinate First Article Inspection activities in accordance with AS9102 requirements

  • Review engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements

  • Prepare and maintain AS9102 documentation (Forms 1, 2, and 3)

  • Ensure traceability of materials, certifications, inspection records, and manufacturing documentation

Supplier Quality

  • Support supplier qualification and performance monitoring

  • Assist with supplier audits and corrective action activities

Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Collect and analyze quality metrics including scrapreworkcustomer returnsfirst-pass yield (FPY) , supplier performance, and

process capability

Risk Management

  • Participate in risk assessments for new products, process changes, and manufacturing improvements

  • Support implementation of risk mitigation plans

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in EngineeringQualityManufacturingIndustrial Technology, or a related field (preferred)

  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing quality experience may be considered

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in Quality EngineeringManufacturing Quality, or a related field (required)

  • Experience working in aerospaceautomotive, or other regulated manufacturing environments (required)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification

  • ASQ certification(s)

Skills & Competencies

  • Quality Engineering

  • AS9100 Quality Management Systems

  • Root Cause Analysis (5 Why, Fishbone, Pareto)

  • Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA)

  • Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA)

  • First Article Inspection (FAI/AS9102)

  • Statistical Analysis

  • GD&T Interpretation

  • Engineering Drawings & Specifications

  • Process Validation

  • Inspection & Measurement Systems

  • Calibration

  • Supplier Quality Management

  • Internal Auditing

  • Continuous Improvement

  • Risk Assessment

  • Microsoft Excel & Office Suite

  • Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

Benefits

  • Competitive salary

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Retirement savings plan

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Life insurance

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Employee assistance program

Ideal Candidate

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills

  • Effective communicator with the ability to work across multiple departments

  • Self-motivated and committed to continuous improvement

Work Environment

  • Setting:  Manufacturing Environment

  • Culture:  Collaborative, quality-focused, continuous improvement

  • Focus:  Quality engineering, AS9100 compliance, root cause analysis, CAPA

  • Schedule:  Full-Time, On-Site

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.

Ready to Join Our Quality Engineering Team?

If you are a detail-oriented Quality Engineer with 3+ years of experience in aerospace or regulated manufacturing, strong expertise in AS9100root cause analysis, and CAPA – apply today.

**[**Point of Contact

Victor Freeman

Client Acquisition Manager

P:  (409) 777-4010

E:  V.freeman@firman-solutions.com

A:  2766 Duniven Cir Suite 206 Amarillo TX 79109**]**

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