Aerospace Quality Engineer – Drive OEM Quality & Compliance

Hytek Finishes Co.

Kent, Northern (WA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

5 days ago

Be an early applicant

Application generator

Don’t send a generic resume — generate a resume and cover letter tailored to this exact role.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off (3 weeks) + 10 holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Disability & life insurance

Job summary

Hytek Finishes Co. in Kent, WA is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead excellence in aerospace surface finishing. You will drive root-cause analysis, interpret OEM specs, and implement quality standards to ensure mission-critical outcomes.

The role requires 5+ years in aerospace manufacturing, AS9100/Nadcap familiarity, and a Bachelor’s in engineering. It offers a day shift, on-site work, and opportunities to collaborate with OEMs and suppliers.

Qualifications

5+ years in aerospace manufacturing or finishing.
AS9100 and Nadcap familiarity preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
Strong analytical mindset and measurement tools proficiency.
Experience with ERP/QMS systems, preferably Syteline.
FAA Repairman Certificate and auditor training are advantageous.

Responsibilities

Partner with aerospace OEMs and suppliers to resolve technical issues and interpret engineering specs and drawings.
Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions to reduce Cost of Poor Quality.
Develop and implement quality standards and process improvements across production.
Support FAA Repair Station return-to-service authorizations.
Host audits and customer visits and train cross-functional teams on quality best practices.