Lead Quality Engineer III - Aerospace & Process Excellence

Hexcel; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexcel seeks a Quality Engineer III at its Kent, WA site to lead quality initiatives in an aerospace setting. You will oversee quality planning, change management, BOM planning, audits, and cross-functional reviews to ensure accuracy and reliability across processes and controls.

The role requires 5+ years in quality engineering, a bachelor's in engineering or quality, and experience with quality management systems and standards (AS9100, Nadcap).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality, or related field required; master's preferred.
• Experience in quality engineering with leadership responsibilities (5+ years).
• Expertise in quality management systems and compliance standards (AS9100, Nadcap).
• Proven ability in strategic planning, supplier quality management, and cross-functional leadership.
• Strong communication and leadership with data-driven decision making.
• Experience with digital quality tools and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Hexcel policies, procedures, and Code of Business Conduct.
• Review contracts, drawings, and specifications to develop quality plans and inspection criteria; approve production planning for quality, first article, and inspection requirements.
• Create and maintain quality documentation to support accuracy and compliance.
• Communicate quality standards internally and externally; maintain strong customer relationships and support workforce training.
• Review and process non-conforming materials; lead corrective and preventive actions and support MRB activities.
• Conduct internal and external audits; evaluate findings and implement corrective actions.
• Lead strategic quality planning and drive cross-functional initiatives, including enterprise-level improvement and innovation projects.
• Develop and implement supplier quality strategies and global alignment programs.
• Utilize predictive analytics and digital quality systems to enhance quality performance.
• Mentor level I & II QEs and other team members; provide formal leadership in quality projects.

Skills

Quality management

Leadership

AS9100/Nadcap knowledge

Lean/Six Sigma

Quality planning

Audits

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/quality

Master's preferred

Tools

CAD drawings interpretation

MBD familiarity

Job description

Hexcel seeks a Quality Engineer III at its Kent, WA site to lead quality initiatives in an aerospace setting. You will oversee quality planning, change management, BOM planning, audits, and cross-functional reviews to ensure accuracy and reliability across processes and controls.

The role requires 5+ years in quality engineering, a bachelor's in engineering or quality, and experience with quality management systems and standards (AS9100, Nadcap).