Quality Engineer

ABW Technologies; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ABW Technologies in Washington, DC is seeking a Quality Engineer to develop and manage nonconformance and corrective action programs, reporting to the Director of Operations. You will drive root-cause analysis and work with internal teams and customers to implement CAPA, RCCA, and 8D methodologies to prevent recurrence and improve processes.

You will also support continuous improvement of quality systems, inspection processes, and manufacturing operations across the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Experience with nonconformance and corrective action processes.
• Experience performing root-cause analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Ability to manage multiple quality issues and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with customer quality portals.
• Experience in aerospace/manufacturing or regulated environments.
• Experience with AS9100/ISO 9001 or similar QMS.
• Experience with customer corrective action requirements.
• Experience with 8D, RCCA, CAPA, or similar methodologies.
• Experience with statistical analysis and quality tools.
• Experience developing quality dashboards and metrics.
• Internal Auditor or similar certification.
• Lean/Six Sigma experience or certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the companys nonconformance and corrective action programs.
• Lead root-cause corrective action efforts and support process improvement with stakeholders.
• Coordinate with customer portals and internal teams to address quality issues.
• Identify root causes, implement effective corrective actions, and monitor effectiveness to prevent recurrence.
• Support continuous improvement of quality systems, inspection and manufacturing processes.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Corrective Action

8D Methodology

RCCA

CAPA

Quality Improvement

Process Improvement

Communication Skills

Documentation & Reporting

Statistical Analysis

AS9100 / ISO 9001

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

The Quality Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the company’s nonconformance and corrective action programs. The Quality Engineer will report to the Director of Operations working closely with quality inspection, production, and other personnel. Experience in Root Cause Corrective Action and working with customer representatives and being hands on to support process improvement with key stakeholders. This position serves as a primary point of contact for quality-related issues originating from internal operations and customers, with particular emphasis on managing nonconformances and corrective actions through customer quality portals.The Quality Engineer will work closely with Production, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Customer Service to identify the root causes of quality issues, implement effective corrective actions, monitor their effectiveness, and prevent recurrence. The position will also support continuous improvement of quality systems, inspection processes, and manufacturing processes.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Experience with nonconformance and corrective action processes.
• Experience performing root-cause analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Ability to manage multiple quality issues and customer deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience working directly with customer quality portals.
• Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar quality management systems.
• Experience with customer corrective action requirements.
• Experience with 8D, RCCA, CAPA, or similar corrective action methodologies.
• Experience with statistical analysis and quality tools.
• Experience developing quality dashboards and performance metrics.
• Internal Auditor or similar quality certification.
• Lean/Six Sigma experience or certification.

Due to U.S. export control laws, applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment is contingent upon verification that the applicant qualifies as a U.S. person under ITAR. The definition of a "U.S. person" under the ITAR is:

• U.S. citizens
• Lawful permanent residents
• Certain individuals granted refugee status
• Certain individuals granted asylum

PSC is an equal opportunity employer.