Quality Engineer​/Quality Systems Specialist

Aerospace Quality Engineer / Quality System Specialist

Sunshine Avionics LLC, located in Miramar, Florida, is a leading provider of the highest quality MRO and manufacturing services for advanced avionic component repairs, and is also a HEICO Avionics company.

Sunshine Avionics' significant investments in automatic test equipment (ATE), combined with a talented team of hands-on engineers, has resulted in efficient and reliable repairs with significantly reduced turn times. Sunshine Avionics leads the industry by providing the most innovative cost saving solutions available in the marketplace and a commitment to outstanding customer service and reliability.

These characteristics, along with the HEICO promise of unparalleled quality, are the key ingredients to Sunshine Avionics' continued success.

"Sunshine Avionics – Forward Thinking Engineered Solutions"

The experienced Aerospace Quality Engineer / Quality System Specialist to lead and maintain quality management systems, ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing and engineering processes. This role is critical to ensuring product safety, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction in a highly regulated environment.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with AS9100 and FAA requirements
• Lead internal and external audits, including customer and regulatory audits (FAA, EASA, DCMA, NADCAP)
• Perform root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) investigations using tools such as 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone diagrams
• Review and approve First Article Inspections (FAI) per AS9102
• Manage nonconformance reporting (NCR), material review board (MRB) dispositions, and supplier corrective actions (SCAR)
• Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
• Develop and monitor quality metrics (scrap, rework, yield, PPM) and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, engineering drawings, and applicable industry standards
• Interface with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and customers to resolve quality issues
• Support calibration programs and measurement system analysis (MSA/Gage R&R)
• Maintain document control, training records, and quality records per configuration management requirements
• Support ITAR/export control compliance as applicable
• Train, oversee, and develop the Quality Inspector team, including onboarding, performance management, and skills development

Supervisory responsibilities N/A

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial) or related technical field; equivalent experience considered
• 3–7+ years of quality engineering experience in an aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of AS9100/AS9102/AS9145 and ISO 9001 standards
• Experience with root cause analysis methodologies (8D, DMAIC, 5-Why, Fishbone)
• Familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and blueprint reading
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and inspection techniques (CMM, optical comparators, calipers, micrometers)
• Strong understanding of FAA/EASA regulatory requirements and NADCAP special process requirements
• Proficiency with quality tools such as FMEA, control plans, and SPC software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for audit reporting and cross-functional collaboration
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills

Preferred qualifications:

• ASQ Certification (CQE, CQA, or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt)
• Experience as a Lead Auditor for AS9100 or NADCAP
• Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, IFS) and quality management software (Master Control, ETQ, Arena)
• Experience with supplier quality management and supplier development
• Working knowledge of ITAR/EAR export control regulations
• Experience with digital inspection tools and Automated Test Equipment (ATE) operation
• Working knowledge of Net Inspect

Knowledge, skills or abilities:

• Language/Communication:
  English, Ability to read and…