Quality Engineer

Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick

Company 401K plan with up to 4% match

Annual bonus program (varies by level)

Flexible working arrangements

9/80 schedule

Paid volunteering opportunities

Access to mental health champions

Commitment to development

Employee referral program

Job summary

Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a Quality Engineer to join onsite in Creedmoor, NC, ensuring aerospace products and processes comply with QMS and regulatory requirements.

You will develop internal audits, analyze data, and drive corrective actions across Quality, Engineering, and Operations. The role emphasizes AS9100, FAA regulations, ISO 9001 compliance, and continuous improvement within a regulated manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Assurance or related discipline, or 3+ years of quality experience.
• Experience with AS9100 aerospace quality standards and FAA regulations.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and other applicable quality standards.
• Experience supporting or conducting internal, product, and process audits within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of risk management within a highly regulated environment.
• Structured problem solving and root cause analysis methodologies such as 8D, 5-Why, A3, Ishikawa/Fishbone.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with data evaluation and trend identification.
• Knowledge of data analysis software and statistical tools.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills and effective prioritization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across functions.
• Strong reading comprehension and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to learn new technologies, systems, and quality methodologies.
• Commitment to quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight, interpretation, and application of regulatory requirements, aerospace quality standards, and QMS requirements.
• Evaluate internal processes and systems through internal, product, and process audits.
• Develop and maintain the internal audit schedule and support planning and execution of the site’s internal audit program.
• Establish and support training activities to maintain a knowledgeable internal auditor pool.
• Identify, document, and communicate gaps related to external standards and audit findings.
• Partner with process owners and cross-functional teams to address audit findings and quality deficiencies.
• Lead structured root cause analysis activities and support corrective/preventive actions.
• Collect and review objective evidence to verify corrective action effectiveness.
• Analyze audit findings and quality data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Monitor the effectiveness of improvements made to internal processes and quality systems.
• Support document control activities required for QMS compliance, including quality records.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain an effective Layered Process Audit (LPA) system.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Operations, and other partners to promote compliance and continuous improvement.

Skills

AS9100

FAA regulations

ISO 9001

Internal audits

Process audits

Risk management

Root cause analysis

8D / 5-Why / A3 / Ishikawa

Data analysis

Statistics

MS Office

Project management tools

Communication

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Learning agility

Attention to detail

QMS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality Assurance or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

# **Quality Engineer**Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world’s aviation leaders. With over 1,300 employees across four time zones and seven sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and continue to grow at pace.Our team is looking for a **Quality Engineer** to join them. You will report to the **Quality Assurance Manager** and will have an **onsite work structure in Creedmoor, North Carolina**.The Quality Engineer is responsible for helping ensure aerospace products, manufacturing processes, and quality systems comply with Ontic and customer-specific Quality Management System (QMS) requirements, applicable aerospace regulatory requirements, and industry standards. A key focus of this position will be developing, implementing, and maintaining a robust internal auditing program while partnering cross-functionally to translate regulatory and quality requirements into meaningful continuous improvement and risk mitigation activities.You will work closely with Quality, Engineering, Operations, and other business functions to evaluate processes, identify compliance gaps, support corrective actions, analyze quality data, and strengthen the effectiveness of our Quality Management System.## ## To be considered for the Quality Engineer opening, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:* Bachelor’s degree in Quality Assurance or a related discipline preferred, or 3+ years of relevant quality experience.* Strong understanding of AS9100 aerospace quality standards and applicable FAA regulations.* Experience with ISO 9001 and other applicable quality standards.* Experience supporting or conducting internal, product, and process audits within a regulated manufacturing environment.* Strong understanding of risk management within a highly regulated or compliance-focused environment.* Demonstrated experience using structured problem-solving and root cause analysis methodologies such as 8D, 5-Why, A3, and Ishikawa/Fishbone analysis.* Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to evaluate data, identify trends, and recommend effective corrective actions.* Knowledge of data analysis software and statistical tools.* Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple activities.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate quality and compliance requirements across multiple functions.* Strong reading comprehension and attention to detail.* Proficiency with Microsoft Office and applicable project management tools.* Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.* Ability and willingness to learn new technologies, systems, and quality methodologies.* Strong commitment to quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.## ## As a Quality Engineer, you will:* Provide oversight, interpretation, and application of applicable regulatory requirements, aerospace quality standards, and internal Quality Management System requirements.* Evaluate internal processes and systems through internal audits, product audits, and process audits in accordance with QMS requirements, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.* Develop and maintain the internal audit schedule and support planning and execution of the site’s internal audit program.* Establish and support training activities to maintain a knowledgeable and competent internal auditor pool.* Identify, document, and communicate gaps related to external standards, QMS requirements, internal systems, processes, and audit findings.* Partner with process owners and cross-functional teams to address audit findings and quality system deficiencies.* Lead structured root cause analysis activities and support the development and implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions.* Collect and review objective evidence to verify corrective action implementation and effectiveness.* Analyze audit findings and quality data to identify trends, emerging risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement.* Monitor the effectiveness of improvements made to internal processes and quality systems.* Support document control activities required for QMS compliance, including maintaining accurate and effective quality records and filing systems.* Develop, monitor, and maintain an effective Layered Process Audit (LPA) system.* Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Operations, and other cross-functional partners to promote compliance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement throughout the site.## ## Our Benefits:* Comprehensive medical insurance* Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave* Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution* Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)* Flexible working arrangements* 9/80 schedule* Paid volunteering opportunities* Access to mental health champions across our sites* Commitment to development* Employee referral program**Creating the Future. 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