Aerospace Quality Engineer – NPI & RCCA Leader

Woodward Inc.; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Job summary

Woodward Inc. is seeking an Aerospace Quality professional to drive quality assurance across product development and manufacturing. You will implement QA processes, analyze root causes, and lead cross-functional teams to improve product quality and compliance.

You will mentor colleagues, perform data-driven analysis, and ensure adherence to AS9100 and APQP requirements, while supporting LEAN initiatives and customer-facing quality deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology related field.
• AS9100 Certified Internal Auditor.
• APQP Trained.
• Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt training.
• Experience in Aerospace Quality or regulated manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance Execution: Implements and monitors quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure product standards are consistently met.
• Problem Analysis: Identifies and resolves quality related issues by analyzing data and applying technical expertise and judgment.
• Team Mentorship: Provides informal guidance and support to new team members to enhance their understanding of quality protocols and practices.
• Cross Functional Collaboration: Collaborates with engineering, production, and other departments to improve product quality and process efficiency.
• Quality Reporting: Documents and communicates quality metrics, findings, and improvement recommendations to relevant stakeholders.
• Key Skills: Quality Assurance: Expertise in implementing and maintaining quality assurance processes and standards to ensure product excellence.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Root Cause Analysis

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Regulatory Compliance

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Mentoring

Cross Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology related field

AS9100 Certified Internal Auditor

APQP Trained

Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt

Job description

Woodward Inc. is seeking an Aerospace Quality professional to drive quality assurance across product development and manufacturing. You will implement QA processes, analyze root causes, and lead cross-functional teams to improve product quality and compliance.

You will mentor colleagues, perform data-driven analysis, and ensure adherence to AS9100 and APQP requirements, while supporting LEAN initiatives and customer-facing quality deliverables.