Aerospace Quality Engineer - Supplier Quality

Superior Air Parts, Inc; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% 401(k) company match

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Superior Air Parts is seeking an experienced Aerospace Quality Engineer to support supplier quality, product inspection, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement within our FAA-regulated aircraft-engine parts business.

The Quality Engineer monitors and resolves quality-performance issues, coordinates supplier corrective actions and helps ensure that internal processes and externally supplied products meet engineering, customer and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience reading and interpreting 3D models and 2D engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Experience with precision inspection equipment.
• Experience running and programming coordinate measuring machine programs.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and process-improvement skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Conduct incoming receiving, first-piece and final inspections to verify compliance with internal, supplier, engineering and customer requirements.
• Review supplier First Article Inspection reports in accordance with AS9102.
• Issue, monitor and close Supplier Corrective Action Requests.
• Evaluate root-cause and corrective-action responses to reduce or prevent recurring quality issues.
• Lead and participate in supplier audits to evaluate compliance, manufacturing capability and quality risk.
• Monitor supplier and internal quality-performance metrics.
• Develop and manage recovery or Return to Green plans for quality-performance issues.
• Identify supplier risks and coordinate actions to reduce those risks.
• Communicate key product characteristics and technical requirements to suppliers.
• Work with suppliers to establish appropriate manufacturing and process controls.
• Support the development of defect‑free, on‑time products.
• Initiate and participate in continuous‑improvement projects focused on quality, productivity, processes and cost.
• Serve as a liaison with the FAA and other applicable regulatory authorities.
• Provide quality‑related guidance and mentoring to suppliers and internal team members.
• Coordinate day‑to‑day Quality operations and support Quality personnel in the Director's absence.
• Escalate matters that require management review or approval.
• Travel to supplier or business locations as required.

Skills

Reading 3D models & 2D drawings

GD&T knowledge

CMM inspection

Supplier quality

Root cause analysis

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Travel up to 20%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

12+ years quality experience in place of degree

Tools

CMM programming

Job description

Superior Air Parts is seeking an experienced Aerospace Quality Engineer to support supplier quality, product inspection, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement within our FAA-regulated aircraft-engine parts business.

The Quality Engineer monitors and resolves quality-performance issues, coordinates supplier corrective actions and helps ensure that internal processes and externally supplied products meet engineering, customer and regulatory requirements. This position works closely with suppliers, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality leadership and regulatory authorities.

The ideal candidate has experience with supplier quality, AS9102 First Article Inspections, corrective action, root-cause analysis, supplier auditing, CMM inspection and aerospace quality-management systems.

Why Work for Superior Air Parts?

Superior Air Parts has supported the general aviation piston-engine market since 1967. Our products include more than 2,000 FAA-approved replacement parts for Lycoming and Continental aircraft engines.

As part of the Superior team, you will have the opportunity to directly influence product quality, supplier performance and customer satisfaction. You will work across departments and with external manufacturing partners to solve technical problems, strengthen processes and support the continued availability of high-quality replacement parts for the general aviation industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct incoming receiving, first-piece and final inspections to verify compliance with internal, supplier, engineering and customer requirements.
• Review supplier First Article Inspection reports in accordance with AS9102.
• Issue, monitor and close Supplier Corrective Action Requests.
• Evaluate root-cause and corrective-action responses to reduce or prevent recurring quality issues.
• Lead and participate in supplier audits to evaluate compliance, manufacturing capability and quality risk.
• Monitor supplier and internal quality-performance metrics.
• Develop and manage recovery or Return to Green plans for quality-performance issues.
• Identify supplier risks and coordinate actions to reduce those risks.
• Communicate key product characteristics and technical requirements to suppliers.
• Work with suppliers to establish appropriate manufacturing and process controls.
• Support the development of defect‑free, on‑time products.
• Initiate and participate in continuous‑improvement projects focused on quality, productivity, processes and cost.
• Serve as a liaison with the FAA and other applicable regulatory authorities.
• Provide quality‑related guidance and mentoring to suppliers and internal team members.
• Coordinate day‑to‑day Quality operations and support Quality personnel in the Director's absence.
• Escalate matters that require management review or approval.
• Travel to supplier or business locations as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field, plus at least five years of quality‑engineering experience; or
• At least 12 years of relevant quality experience in place of a bachelor's degree.

Additional required qualifications include:

• Experience reading and interpreting 3D models and 2D engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Experience with precision inspection equipment.
• Experience running and programming coordinate measuring machine programs to inspect manufactured parts.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical and process‑improvement skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with suppliers, internal departments and regulatory representatives.
• Knowledge of castings and forgings.
• Knowledge of surface‑finishing, plating and coating processes.
• Experience working with FAA regulations.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with combustion‑engine components, piston engines or aircraft.
• Experience with aerospace manufacturing or FAA‑approved aircraft parts.
• Experience with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality‑management systems.
• Knowledge of control plans.
• Knowledge of metallurgy.
• Knowledge of nondestructive testing methods.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma or Kaizen continuous‑improvement methodologies.
• Strong technical‑writing experience.
• Certified Internal Auditor.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, Certified Quality Auditor or equivalent certification.
• Advanced CMM programming experience.

Equivalent combinations of education, training, certifications and relevant experience may be considered.

Superior Air Parts offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 100% 401(k) company match, subject to plan terms
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off

Join Superior Air Parts and use your quality‑engineering and supplier‑development experience to support products that help keep general aviation flying.

Background checks and drug screening are required for this position due to the nature of customer requirements and safety.