Process Quality Engineer: Control Plans & Inspections

Alten Technology USA; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Alten Technology USA in Mobile, AL is seeking a Process Quality Engineer to strengthen our aerospace and automotive quality programs. You’ll lead creation and update of control plans, define inspection criteria, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure product conformance.

The role emphasizes risk analysis, traceability of key characteristics, and support for continuous improvement across engineering and production.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, automotive, or highly regulated industries.
• Familiarity with APQP and IATF 16949 or AS9100 or equivalent.
• Certifications: Six Sigma Green Belt or ASQ CQE preferred; 1–3 years’ experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead creation and update of Control Plans using inputs such as PFMEA, drawings, routings, and process standards focusing on quality assurance.
• Define and provide technical inspection criteria for Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 inspections, ensuring alignment with product/process specifications.
• Collaborate with Multi‑Functional Teams (MFT) to review, validate, and approve documentation related to control plans and risk analysis.
• Identify and report Key Characteristics (KCs) and CTI features to ensure traceability and quality focus throughout the process.
• Evaluate the need for and contribute to SARI or QSR declarations where applicable.
• Ensure all control plan files are updated, version‑controlled, and accessible for audit and operational use.
• Support continuous improvement and problem‑solving initiatives across engineering, quality, and production teams.

Skills

Aerospace industry experience

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Quality assurance

Six Sigma

Tools

PLM software

QMS software

Job description

Alten Technology USA in Mobile, AL is seeking a Process Quality Engineer to strengthen our aerospace and automotive quality programs. You’ll lead creation and update of control plans, define inspection criteria, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure product conformance.

The role emphasizes risk analysis, traceability of key characteristics, and support for continuous improvement across engineering and production.