Quality Engineer

Acara Solutions, Inc.; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions, Inc. in Clearwater, FL is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to ensure the quality and reliability of aerospace products. You will collaborate across functions to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.

Key requirements include AS9102 FAI experience, GD&T proficiency, and a strong attention to detail within a fast-paced job shop environment. This is a full-time, on-site role with 40 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in AS9102 FAI generation and GD&T.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with AS9100 or other quality management systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review POs and enter requirements into the client system.
• Balloon prints, review specs, establish details needed.
• Monitor and verify quality documentation.
• Prepare and submit First Article Inspection Reports IAW AS9102.
• Disposition nonconforming product.
• Initiate corrective and preventive action.
• Interface with customers and suppliers; collaborate across teams.

Skills

AS9102 FAI

GD&T

Attention to detail

Quality engineering

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Quality Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Industry:Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Compensation: $26-$28 hourly

Schedule: 40 hrs/Week. - (1 st shift)

About the Opportunity:

• As an experienced Quality Engineer at the client, you will play a vital role in guaranteeing the quality and reliability of our products.
• Your meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to upholding high standards will significantly contribute to our mission of delivering outstanding products to our customers.
• You will work collaboratively with cross functional teams to resolve quality related issues and identify opportunities for improvement.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the opportunity to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while providing you with room to grow and develop professionally.

About AcaraSolutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider- we help companies compete for talent. With experience across industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and design talent solutions that deliver the business outcomes they want. We draw on decades of experience to provide contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do:

• Review customer purchase orders and enter requirements into the client job system.
• Balloon prints, review specifications, and establish specifications and details needed.
• Monitor and verify quality documentation.
• Prepare and submit First Article Inspection Reports IAW AS9102.
• Disposition nonconforming product.
• Initiate corrective and preventive action.
• Interface with customers and suppliers as needed.
• Collaborate with inspection, engineering, quality engineering, purchasing, and production to ensure conformance to requirements.
• Initiate and generate statistical process control on key characteristics.
• Conduct internal audits.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience in AS9102 FAI generation and GD&T.

What Sets You Apart:

• Associate Degree in Quality Engineering.
• Proficient use of software programs such as Microsoft Office.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to accurately analyze data.
• Ability to read technical data and specifications.
• Experience with AS9100 or other quality management systems
• Good knowledge of quality assurance principles and methodologies.
• Experience with AS9102 First Article Reports
• Experience in the aerospace industry.
• Mechanical inspection skills.
• Knowledge of special processes such as metal finishing and heat treating.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to quality assurance.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Jobboss or other systems.
• Familiarity with DISCUS software.
• Designated Product Release Verification (DPRV) certification.
• Experience in a fast-paced job shop environment.
• Knowledge of special processes related to manufacturing.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person', as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.