Aerospace QA Engineer – Root Cause & CAPA Leader

Platform Aerospace; Hollywood (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Aerospace is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to support root cause investigations, CAPA, and data-driven quality improvements at its Hollywood, MD facility. The role collaborates with Production and Engineering to monitor process controls and drive corrective actions, while ensuring compliance with ISO-9001/AS9100 standards and keeping safety and product integrity at the forefront.

The ideal candidate has a strong analytical mindset, excellent cross-functional communication, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering, Quality Assurance, or related technical field.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience with degree, or 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of formal education.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Demonstrated experience conducting root-cause analysis and leading corrective action activities in a manufacturing or aerospace environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to product integrity and safety.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and recommend solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively across departments and drive accountability for quality expectations.
• Experience working in an ISO-9001 or AS9100 quality management system.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand/walk in warehouse environments as needed.
• Work on-site at our Hollywood, MD facility (non-remote position).

Responsibilities

• Lead and support corrective action investigations, including problem identification, data collection, root-cause analysis, and development of robust corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Oversee the collection, review, and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data to identify trends, systemic issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving teams and drive investigations to closure with documented effectiveness checks.
• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of quality standards, procedures, and inspection processes throughout the production environment.
• Partner with Production and Engineering to monitor process controls, nonconformance trends, and product performance.
• Participate in internal audits, supplier performance reviews, and continuous improvement activities (e.g., 5 why, Fishbone, DMAIC).
• Assist with training production personnel on quality processes, workmanship standards, and corrective action implementation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Quality systems

Process improvement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering, QA, or related field

Tools

ISO-9001 / AS9100 quality management system

Job description

Platform Aerospace is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to support root cause investigations, CAPA, and data-driven quality improvements at its Hollywood, MD facility. The role collaborates with Production and Engineering to monitor process controls and drive corrective actions, while ensuring compliance with ISO-9001/AS9100 standards and keeping safety and product integrity at the forefront.

The ideal candidate has a strong analytical mindset, excellent cross-functional communication, and