Aerospace Quality Engineer - CMM Programming & Inspections

Superior Aerospace; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Life and AD&D insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Superior Aerospace Precision Machining seeks an experienced Quality Engineer to ensure aerospace-grade products meet stringent standards and customer specifications. This hands-on role combines PC-DMIS programming, CMM inspection, and quality-system improvement across manufacturing.

You will interpret engineering drawings and GD&T, support supplier audits, perform root-cause analyses, and implement corrective actions with cross-functional teams. Occasional travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, plus 5+ years quality/inspection in machining/manufacturing OR 12+ years' relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• 3+ years PC-DMIS programming and hands-on CMM operation.
• Strong metrology knowledge and GD&T as per ASME Y14.5.
• Experience with root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality-data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate PC-DMIS CMMs; perform incoming, first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Interpret 3D models, 2D drawings, and GD&T to verify compliance.
• Maintain and improve the quality management system; prepare FAIs and conduct supplier audits.
• Collaborate with operators and cross-functional teams; drive corrective actions.

Skills

PC-DMIS programming

CMM operation

metrology & GD&T

root-cause analysis

quality-data reporting

Excel/Office

travel readiness

Education

Engineering degree (Mech/ Aero)

≥5 years quality/inspection in manufacturing

Tools

PC-DMIS

MS Office

Job description

Superior Aerospace Precision Machining seeks an experienced Quality Engineer to ensure aerospace-grade products meet stringent standards and customer specifications. This hands-on role combines PC-DMIS programming, CMM inspection, and quality-system improvement across manufacturing.

You will interpret engineering drawings and GD&T, support supplier audits, perform root-cause analyses, and implement corrective actions with cross-functional teams. Occasional travel is required.