Quality Engineer- APQP

Crane Company; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & Disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401k match

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Crane Aerospace & Electronics in Elyria, OH is seeking a Quality Engineer to help ensure products meet industry standards and customer requirements. This role supports AS9145 (APQP) implementation and collaborates with Engineering, Operations, Suppliers, and Customers.

The successful candidate will analyze production data, perform root cause analyses, drive corrective actions, and participate in audits to uphold safety and reliability in aerospace components.

Qualifications

• Experience:2-5 years of Quality Engineering experience
• Proficiency with APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA for AS9145 Process control tools
• Knowledge:Fundamental concepts, practices and procedures in quality engineering
• Skills/Abilities:Excellent verbal and written communication; MS Office proficiency; strong mult-project management
• Education/Certification:BA or BS degree in Quality Engineering or related field
• Eligibility: FAA sensitive position may be subject to security investigation
• This position may require access to Controlled Data and US Persons will be considered

Responsibilities

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Suppliers, and Customers to ensure quality standards are met
• Collect, analyze, and interpret production data to evaluate product quality and identify trends
• Conduct root cause analysis for quality issues and implement corrective actions
• Halt production if critical defects are identified to prevent nonconforming material
• Monitor and maintain quality systems for effectiveness and efficiency
• Train team members in quality control methodologies and data analysis
• Generate reports on nonconformance, root causes, and quality trends for management
• Review regulatory standards and ensure continuous improvement
• Identify critical control points and establish sampling procedures
• Lead qualification of product and process changes and support audits
• Provide technical support for failure analysis and reliability testing
• Review and approve quality-related ECOs, MCOs, and deviations
• Perform capability analysis and data reviews for process stability
• Develop and maintain Control Plans, PFMEAs, and PFDs to mitigate risks
• Any other tasks assigned by supervisor

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Statistical thinking

Strong communication

Quality system knowledge

Education

BA or BS in Quality Engineering

Tools

APQP/PPAP

DFMEA

PFMEA

Control Plans

MSA

Job description

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer at our Elyria, OH location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Elyria facility has been a bedrock in the community-friendly town of Elyria, Ohio, for more than a century. Known for our excellence in pumping technology, our Elyria site produced the first‑ever positive displacement pump for high‑performance piston engine aircraft and even supplied pumps for Charles Lindbergh in the 1930s. We have more than 150,000 fuel and lubrication pumps in service today and are proud to offer custom thermal management system solutions for a range of next‑gen applications. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The Quality Engineer works under immediate supervision and uses established procedures to control andmonitorquality, ensuring products are consistent with industry standards, government regulations, and customer requirements. This person will also help with our AS9145 (APQP) implementation.

Essential Functions:

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Suppliers, and Customers to ensure quality standards are met.

• Collect, analyze, and interpret production data to evaluate product quality andidentifytrends.

• Conduct root cause analysis for quality issues and recommend corrective and preventive actions to mitigate risks.

• Halt production processes if critical product defects areidentifiedto prevent nonconforming material from escaping.

• Monitor andmaintainquality control systems to ensure their effectiveness and efficiency, makingimprovementsas necessary.

• Train and instruct team members in quality control methodologies, statistical analysis, and analytical procedures.

• Generate detailed reports on nonconformance of products or processes, root cause analyses, and quality trends for management and stakeholders.

• Review and interpret statistical studies, regulatory standards, and emerging trends in quality control to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.

• Identifycritical control points in the Value Stream andestablishappropriate samplingprocedures tomonitorquality.

• Lead and drive the qualification of product and process changes, ensuring adherence to the highest quality standards.

• Support andparticipatein audits conducted by Defense, Aerospace, and Customer Auditors, ensuring compliance with industry and customer requirements.

• Provide technical support for failure analysis, reliability testing, and corrective action implementation asrequired.

• Review and approve quality‑related document changes, including Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Manufacturing Change Orders (MCOs), and deviations.

• Perform process capability analysis and ongoing data reviews to ensure processesremainstable and capable.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop andmaintainControl Plans, PFMEAs, and Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) to mitigate risks and improve processes.

• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience:2-5years ofQuality Engineering experience

• Proficiency with APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA for AS9145 Process control tools

• Knowledge:Understands fundamental concepts, practices and proceduresof assigned product or program; Knowledgeofcommonly usedconcepts, practices, and procedures within the field

• Skills/Abilities:Excellent verbal and written communication skills;Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint;Full color acuity; Ability to managemultiple projects concurrentlytomeet company standards and deadlines

• Education/Certification:BA or BSdegree in Quality Engineering, IndustrialEngineeringor a related field

• Eligibility Requirement: FAA sensitive position – may be subject to agovernmentsecurity investigation to verify eligibility for access to classified information

• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experiencein an Aerospace environment or similar manufacturing setting

• ASQCQuality Engineer Certification

Working Conditions:

• Standard office environment

• Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment

• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limitedtoeye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wriststrapsand any other required PPE

• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces,dustor fumes

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month

Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.

401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match

Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careersor visit our website atwww.CraneAE.comfor more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniquesto optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

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This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.