Quality Engineer

DSJ Global; Arkansas; On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

DSJ Global seeks a Quality Engineer for a leading aerospace manufacturer in Arkansas. This on-site role requires AS9100 experience and relocation assistance is available.

You will review customer orders, support production quality, lead RCCA/CAPA, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining the QMS and coordinating with manufacturing, engineering, and suppliers. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in aerospace quality, an engineering degree, and strong data-driven problem solving to

Qualifications

• 2+ years Quality Engineering experience in aerospace/defense manufacturing.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Hands-on AS9100 experience and QMS knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Review POs and contracts to ensure compliance with specs.
• Partner with manufacturing and engineering to support quality.
• Lead RCCA/CAPA investigations and actions.
• Identify quality improvements and CI initiatives.
• Represent quality in internal and customer meetings.
• Manage and respond to CARs from customers.
• Analyze quality data and KPIs for improvements.
• Conduct internal/process audits and compliance activities.
• Maintain QMS and ensure AS9100 compliance.
• Monitor processes and communicate status to leadership.
• Support special projects and other engineering tasks.

Skills

AS9100 experience

Root cause analysis

Quality metrics analysis

QMS audits

Lean Six Sigma/DOE

ERP/MRP knowledge

Drawing interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Quality Engineer (PR/617754) Arkansas, USA

Salary: USD85000 - USD95000 per year

Quality Engineer required for leading aerospace manufacturer

• Aerospace Quality Engineer
• Fully on-site in Arkansas (relocation assistance available)
• $85,000-$95,000 per year
• AS9100 experience required

The Quality Engineerwill have the following responsibilities:

• Review customer purchase orders and contract requirements to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory specifications.
• Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and other cross-functional teams to support production quality and resolve issues.
• Lead and participate in root cause investigations, corrective actions, and preventive actions (RCCA/CAPA) related to product and process quality.
• Support manufacturing operations by identifying and implementing quality improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as the quality representative in internal and customer-facing meetings as needed.
• Manage and respond to customer corrective action requests (CARs).
• Analyze quality data, defect trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement.
• Conduct and support internal audits, process audits, and compliance activities.
• Help maintain, improve, and monitor the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with AS9100 and company standards.
• Monitor production processes and personnel for adherence to quality requirements, procedures, and best practices.
• Communicate quality concerns, risks, and status updates to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Support special projects, quality initiatives, and other engineering assignments as needed.
• Provide regular updates on open quality issues, corrective actions, and improvement efforts.
• Promote a culture of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

The idealQuality Engineercandidate will have the following skillset:

• 2+ years of Quality Engineering experience within aerospace and defense manufacturing.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Hands-on experience working under AS9100 quality standards and aerospace quality management systems.
• Background supporting highly regulated manufacturing environments, preferably electronics, defense, aerospace components, or complex assemblies.
• Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, preventive actions, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), audits, compliance requirements, and continuous improvement practices.
• Ability to investigate production quality issues and drive corrective actions to closure.
• Experience analyzing quality metrics, defect trends, and performance data.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality controls, and inspection requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and communication skills.
• Experience interacting with customers regarding quality concerns and corrective actions.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, DOE, or related process improvement tools is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• S. Person status required to comply with ITAR/EAR regulations.
• Candidates with strengths in both QMS/auditing and RCCA/corrective action work are especially attractive.
• Relocation assistance available