Quality Engineer

The Structures Company; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 74,000 - 105,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Job summary

The Structures Company in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Quality Engineer to serve as the manufacturing quality SME for composite and metallic part fabrication, assembly, and integration of spacecraft and aircraft.

You will lead RCCA investigations, manage NCR processes, review MWIs, and ensure GD&T compliance per ASME Y14.5 as part of a broader quality program for aerospace manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of manufacturing quality engineering experience in aerospace, with significant assembly experience in spacecraft or aircraft.
• SME-level expertise in composite fabrication and metallic manufacturing processes.
• Proven experience with First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance with AS9102.
• Experience reviewing and approving Manufacturing Work Instructions (MWIs) and tooling documentation.
• Strong working knowledge and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.
• Extensive experience in NCR dispositioning and Material Review Board (MRB) decision-making.
• Leadership experience in Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA), CAPA, and CAB processes.
• Preferred: Spacecraft manufacturing or launch vehicle integration experience, Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification, and hands-on experience with CMMs and metrology systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as quality SME for composite and metallic part fabrication, assembly, and integration of spacecraft and aircraft.
• Performs RCCA for nonconformances and leads investigations for corrective actions.
• Leads NCR process including defect evaluation, collaboration, and dispositioning (use-as-is, rework, repair, scrap).
• Reviews manufacturing work instructions (MWIs) to ensure compliance to processes, specifications, and quality standards.
• Conducts and oversees First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance with AS9102 and verifies compliance with all requirements.
• Performs detailed engineering drawing reviews for manufacturability, tolerance stack-ups, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) accuracy.
• Applies expert-level GD&T (ASME Y14.5) to validate design intent and dimensional requirements.
• Develops and implements in-process inspection criteria, test plans, and quality control checkpoints for spacecraft assembly.
• Reviews and approves MWIs, inspection plans, and tooling documentation from a quality perspective.
• Collaborates with design engineering to ensure manufacturability and production readiness of spacecraft and aircraft components.

Skills

Quality engineering experience

Aerospace manufacturing

Root Cause & CAPA

FAI/AS9102 knowledge

NCR/MRB dispositioning

GD&T ASME Y14.5

Leadership RCCA/CAB processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

CMMs

Metrology systems

Job description

JOB TITLE: Quality Engineer
LOCATION: Mesa, AZ
PAY RATE: $65/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details

• Job Type: Contract (Long Term)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary

• Serves as the manufacturing quality Subject Matter Expert (SME) for composite and metallic part fabrication, assembly, and integration of spacecraft and aircraft.

• Performs root cause and corrective action (RCCA) for nonconformances and leads investigations to implement effective corrective and preventive actions.

• Leads and manages the Non-Conformance (NCR) process including defect evaluation, engineering collaboration, and accurate dispositioning (use-as-is, rework, repair, scrap).

• Reviews manufacturing work instructions (MWIs) to ensure compliance to processes, specifications, and quality standards.

• Conducts and oversees First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance with AS9102 and verifies compliance with all requirements.

• Performs detailed engineering drawing reviews for manufacturability, tolerance stack-ups, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) accuracy.

• Applies expert-level GD&T (ASME Y14.5) to validate design intent and dimensional requirements.

• Develops and implements in-process inspection criteria, test plans, and quality control checkpoints for spacecraft assembly.

• Reviews and approves MWIs, inspection plans, and tooling documentation from a quality perspective.

• Collaborates with design engineering to ensure manufacturability and production readiness of spacecraft and aircraft components.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.

• 8+ years of manufacturing quality engineering experience in aerospace, with significant assembly experience in spacecraft or aircraft.

• SME-level expertise in composite fabrication and metallic manufacturing processes.

• Proven experience with First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance with AS9102.

• Experience reviewing and approving Manufacturing Work Instructions (MWIs) and tooling documentation.

• Strong working knowledge and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.

• Extensive experience in NCR dispositioning and Material Review Board (MRB) decision-making.

• Leadership experience in Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA), CAPA, and CAB processes.

• Preferred: Spacecraft manufacturing or launch vehicle integration experience, Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification, and hands-on experience with CMMs and metrology systems.

About Us

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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