Quality Engineer - Liquid Propulsion

Skyroot Aerospace; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyroot Aerospace in Hyderabad, India seeks an experienced Quality Engineer to ensure product reliability and process integrity in cryogenic and valve systems. You will drive QA plans, inspect materials and assemblies, and lead FAI/PPAP/APQP activities to meet international aerospace standards.

Responsibilities include supplier audits, calibration oversight, and cross-functional collaboration with design, manufacturing, and testing teams to achieve first-time-right product realization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in aerospace valve manufacturing and cryogenic systems.
• Knowledge of AS9100D, AWS D17.1, ISO standards and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Quality Assurance Plans for machining, welding, and additive manufacturing.
• Conduct inspections of raw materials, in-process parts, and final assemblies including valves and cryogenic components.
• Lead FAI, PPAP, and APQP activities per aerospace requirements.
• Oversee assembly and integration quality of cryogenic systems and propulsion subassemblies.
• Perform root cause analysis and manage non-conformance reports.
• Audit suppliers and support customer and QMS audits.
• Ensure tool calibration traceability and QA documentation.

Skills

Cryogenic valves

Pressure vessels

Quality planning

Root Cause Analysis

NDT methods

GD&T

CMM inspection

Lean manufacturing

Quality data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MS Excel

Power BI

Gage blocks

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Quality Engineer with proven expertise in Control Components, valve assemblies, hydraulic & pneumatic systems, cryogenic systems and precision manufacturing and vehicle level system integration.

The ideal candidate will ensure process integrity, product reliability, and compliance with international aerospace and manufacturing standards through systematic quality planning, inspection, and process validation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs) for machining, fabrication, welding, valve assembly and Additive Manufacturing.
• Conduct testings of raw material, in-process and final inspection of precision-machined components, control components & valves, pressure vessels, and assemblies.
• Lead part qualification and validation activities including FAI, PPAP, and APQP in accordance with aerospace requirements.
• Oversee assembly and integration quality for cryogenic system, flow-control systems, tanks, and propulsion subassemblies.
• Conduct Testing and evaluate the test results and preparation of Quality Assessment Reports.
• Validate and monitor special processes such as various types of welding (GTAW, GMAW, EB, Laser, Plasma) and additive manufacturing (3D printing).
• Review and interpret engineering drawings (GD & T), specifications, and international standards such as ASTM, ASME, AWS, ISO, and DIN to ensure compliance during inspection and testing.
• Execute Failure Mode Effect Analysis, Corrective & Preventive Action, and Root Cause Analysis to resolve nonconformities and improve process performance.
• Preparation of non-conformance reports, and presentation to various technical committees.
• Manage supplier quality audits, vendor capability assessments, and ensure quality compliance for procured components and valve parts.
• Support customer audits, QMS certification audits, and maintain complete documentation of inspection and quality records.
• Supervise calibration and verification of inspection tools, ensuring traceability and accuracy.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and testing teams to ensure first-time-right product realization and compliance during valve and subsystem assembly.

Key Skills & Knowledge

• Expertise in cryogenic valves, pressure vessels, and flow-control assemblies.
• Strong understanding of precision machining and aerospace-grade manufacturing.
• Knowledge of valve functional testing, pressure testing, helium leak testing, and assembly inspection.
• Proficient in engineering drawing interpretation, GD&T, and tolerance analysis.
• Hands-on experience with CMM, Micrometres, gauges, and basic knowledge of NDT methods (UT, PT, RT, LPT).
• Familiar with WPS, PQR, WPQ and welding inspection documentation.
• Understanding of international standards like AS9100D, AWS D17.1, ASTM, and ISO related to aerospace and valve systems.
• Working knowledge of ERP tools (SAP / Oracle / equivalent) and quality data analytics via MS Excel or Power BI.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and process improvement methodologies.

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent discipline.
• Experience in aerospace, valve manufacturing, cryogenic systems, and precision machining environments.