Quality Engineer

My client is looking to hire a Quality Engineer to join their team. This role is responsible for ensuring product quality and compliance through thorough inspection, testing, documentation, and process improvement initiatives. The Quality Engineer will support production teams, drive customer satisfaction, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with AS9100 standards.

• Perform routine and complex analyses of raw materials, in-process materials, environmental samples, final products, and stability samples.
• Conduct laboratory and field sampling, including visual, dimensional, mechanical, and layout inspections.
• Interpret and evaluate test results against defined specifications and control limits; recommend data disposition for product release.
• Analyze and report on quality trends, nonconformances, root causes, and production quality metrics.
• Inspect returned products, identify defects, document findings, and make recommendations for corrective actions.
• Evaluate defects and determine material disposition (Sort, Hold, Use-As-Is, Rework) as part of Material Review Board (MRB) activity.
• Participate in or lead the execution of FAI, FAIR, and PPAP processes.
• Assist in FMEA development and review part layouts for compliance.

• Complete and maintain documentation for testing procedures, including data capture forms, logbooks, and inventory forms.
• Develop and update inspection criteria, work instructions, and product specifications.
• Assist with internal and external audits, and contribute to the development and revision of quality standards and records.
• Maintain and update AS9100 documentation via the document control system.

• Ensure all processes meet customer requirements and internal quality standards.
• Train staff on quality procedures, disposition methods, and inspection techniques.
• Monitor and maintain quality control systems to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of AS9100 and Nadcap systems.
• Lead or assist with corrective action plans for both internal issues and customer complaints.

• Interpret engineering drawings to determine critical customer requirements and proper inspection methods.
• Investigate customer complaints related to quality; develop and implement corrective solutions and follow-ups.
• Communicate quality-related information across departments, with customers, vendors, and contractors.
• Support or lead PPAP activities for new product launches, including development of Control Plans, FMEA, Process Capability Studies, and GR&R.

• Contribute to the design and implementation of Statistical Process Control (SPC) across departments.
• Collaborate with teams to document manufacturing procedures in alignment with AS9100 standards.
• Identify critical process control points and define appropriate sampling and testing methods.
• Develop and maintain Control Plans and FMEA documents throughout the product lifecycle.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field preferred; equivalent work experience considered.
• Hands‑on experience with dimensional measuring tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, height/radius gauges, surface plate).
• Proficiency with CMMs (e.g., Romer Arm, Bridge CMMs using PC‑DMIS or Poly Works) and optical comparators.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and AS9102 standards is highly desirable.
• Experience in the investment casting industry is a strong plus.
• Compensation from $80k‑$90k plus full benefits including health, life, dental and vision + 401k match.