Quality Engineer

Overview

Innovative Composite Engineering is seeking a Quality Engineer for a full‑time, 40‑hour role in the White Salmon, WA area.

Quality Engineer (Full Time – 40 hours)

Reports to:

Quality Manager

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• PTO after 1 year
• 401(k) participation
• Bonus eligibility

• Creates and implements inspection plans for new programs and updates current programs as necessary.
• Supports engineers in process validations, process control, process training, process improvement, and risk management.
• Reviews customer requirements and assists Engineering to ensure that contractual and technical requirements are met.
• Collects and evaluates product data, develops and monitors quality Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
• Serves as resource for problem identification, improvement, and resolution.
• Interfaces with internal/external customers and vendors to identify and resolve quality issues and assists with internal and external customer audits.
• Assists in implementation of effective corrective actions.
• Identifies resource requirements in personnel, methods, machines, tooling, and test equipment needed to determine product quality.
• Provides leadership in data usage and structured problem‑solving.
• Supports Quality Manager with maintenance and implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS).

• Self‑motivated individual who takes initiative to complete tasks.
• Experience in identifying and resolving issues using standard quality tools (fishbone, FMEA, 5
  
  Why, Risk Analysis, DMAIC).
• Knowledge of ISO/AS9100 and NADCAP requirements.
• Good computer skills, MS Office proficiency.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and 3D models.
• Familiar with statistical methods/SPC, data analysis, root cause analysis.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Strong leadership in enforcing and improving quality standards.
• Experience with composite materials and lean manufacturing is a plus.

Bachelor of Science degree required; 5–10 years of experience in a related field.

Requires frequent talking, repetitive hand/wrist motions, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. The position is primarily indoors in an office or manufacturing facility.

Innovative Composite Engineering is an equal‑opportunity employer. This position requires a US person (citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee). Compliance with ITAR regulations and US export controls is mandatory.