Junior Quality Engineer: Improve QMS & Defect Insights

Safran; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Cabin in Everett, WA, seeks a Quality Engineer I to support the NAT approved Quality System across departments and suppliers. You will analyze issues, investigate nonconformities, and help drive corrective actions under the Director of Quality.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, attention to detail, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment, with regular hours and potential overtime. Familiarity with AS9100/ISO9001 standards is a plus.

Qualifications

• Four year technical degree preferred, or relevant training time.
• 0–2 years of relevant industry experience.
• Understanding of AS9100, ISO9001:2008 Quality Systems is a plus.
• Strong mathematical and technical skills.
• Investigative and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage NAT's nonconformance process, tool calibration and conduct investigations and corrective actions into product failures and external and internal non-conformities.
• Conduct internal and external quality audits of NAT's Quality Management System (QMS) and suppliers.
• Assist Quality leadership in testing/inspecting processes for related products.
• Assist testers and personnel with the use of testing tools and techniques.
• Pull monthly defect metrics and perform Pareto analysis of defects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Quality management.

Skills

Math & Tech Skills

Problem Solving

Logical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

MS Office

Verbal & Written Communication

Team Building

Education

Four year technical degree

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Safran Cabin in Everett, WA, seeks a Quality Engineer I to support the NAT approved Quality System across departments and suppliers. You will analyze issues, investigate nonconformities, and help drive corrective actions under the Director of Quality.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, attention to detail, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment, with regular hours and potential overtime. Familiarity with AS9100/ISO9001 standards is a plus.