Aerospace Quality Engineer: QMS, Audits & RCA

Design Hire LLC; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Hire LLC in Wichita, United States, is seeking a Quality Engineer to strengthen product and process performance in a precision aerospace machine shop. You will collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to uphold demanding aerospace standards and drive continuous improvement across operations.

The role emphasizes QMS optimization, audits, root cause analysis, and data-driven quality reporting. Experience in machining, QA and supplier quality is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in machine shop quality engineering.
• Strong QA background and supplier quality oversight.
• Proficient in SPC, sampling and measurement techniques.
• Knowledge of QMS optimization and aerospace standards.
• Familiar with machining and electrical manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) with AS9100 alignment.
• Coordinate internal, external, and supplier audits and audit program management.
• Investigate quality escapes using root cause analysis and CAPA.
• Establish and maintain Quality & Inspection Plans for shop floor QC and processes.
• Analyze quality metrics and trends to support continuous improvement.

Skills

Machine shop QA

QA & supplier quality

SPC & measurements

Tools

Enovia

CATIA

Job description

Wichita, United States | Posted on 09/18/2026

Our client is an established aerospace manufacturing organization supporting precision-driven programs where quality, reliability, and production discipline are essential. The Quality Engineer will work closely with experienced manufacturing and quality professionals in a machine shop environment to strengthen product and process performance. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to a team focused on meeting demanding aerospace standards while continuously improving manufacturing operations.

Objective

Support Quality Engineering activities that promote consistent product performance, regulatory compliance, and reliable manufacturing outcomes across aerospace production operations.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) while supporting compliance with AS9100, aerospace quality requirements, and applicable aerospace/governmental regulations.

Coordinate internal, external, and supplier audits, including audit scheduling, documentation, findings, corrective follow-up, and Audit Program Management.

Investigate quality escapes through Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and develop Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and Corrective Action Plans (CAPA).

Establish and maintain Quality & Inspection Plans, supporting Manufacturing Quality Control, Inspection Processes, Process Control, and Shop Floor Quality activities.

Review quality metrics and trends through Data-Driven Analysis, supporting Continuous Improvement, Management Review Presentations, and Audit & Inspection Performance Reporting.

Qualifications

Experience with Machine Shop Quality Engineering and precision manufacturing operations.

Background in Quality Assurance (QA) and Supplier Quality, including Supplier Quality Oversight.

Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), Sampling, and quality measurement techniques.

Understanding of QMS Process Optimization and quality certification requirements.

Familiarity with Machining and Electrical manufacturing processes.

Experience working with Enovia and CATIA preferred.

Knowledge of BAC5114 preferred.

Strong documentation, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

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