Program Quality Engineer

Program Quality Engineer

Position Summary: Seeking a Program Quality Engineer to ensure the highest levels of quality across all phases of our electric aviation programs. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise, program management skills, and a deep understanding of aerospace quality standards to drive program success, ensure compliance, and promote continuous improvement.

• Serve as the primary quality interface for assigned programs & projects, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards (AS9100, ISO 9001), customer requirements, and company policies
• Develop, implement, and maintain program-specific quality plans, including risk assessments, inspection & verification plans, and customer deliverables.
• Work closely with engineering, program operations, manufacturing, supply chain, and test teams to monitor product and process quality throughout the program lifecycle.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventative actions (CAPA) for quality issues and nonconformances
• Support design reviews, program reviews, and certification activities with a focus on quality assurance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in processes, tooling, and documentation to enhance program quality and efficiency.
• Generate and present quality metrics, reports, and program updates to stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace, aviation, or high-reliability manufacturing environments, preferably in the aviation or defense industries.
• Proven experience in program-level quality engineering, risk management, and CAPA processes.
• Proficient with statistical tools, root cause analysis methods, and quality management software.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative, and evolving environment.

• Experience with electric propulsion systems, battery technology, or aviation software
• Familiarity with aviation standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., AS9100, FAA/EASA guidelines).
• Six Sigma or Lean certification.
• APQP and PPAP expertise
• Familiarity with design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for reliability (DFR) principles.