Quality Engineer at Superior Aerospace

Superior Aerospace, Inc.; Fridley (MN); Vor Ort; USD 80.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement after one year

Zusammenfassung

Superior Aerospace Precision Machining seeks an experienced Quality Engineer to ensure aerospace-grade quality, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction. You will program CMMs with PC-DMIS, inspect parts across all stages, and drive QMS improvements.

The role requires a strong background in metrology, GD&T, and data reporting, plus the ability to travel for supplier audits and development. Join a team focused on precision, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifikationen

• BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field with 5+ years in quality control/inspection in machining; or 12+ years in lieu of degree.
• At least 3 years of PC-DMIS programming and hands-on CMM operation.
• Strong knowledge of metrology, inspection methods, and quality assurance systems.
• Ability to interpret 3D models, 2D drawings, and ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
• Experience with root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality-data reporting.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel up to ~20% for supplier audits and development.

Aufgaben

• Program and operate PC-DMIS CMMs for inbound, first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Interpret drawings, 3D models, specs, and GD&T to verify compliance.
• Maintain and improve the quality management system; prepare FAIs and review supplier FAIs.
• Perform internal and supplier audits; provide quality feedback and conduct root-cause analyses.
• Develop corrective actions and monitor effectiveness; travel for audits up to 20%.

Kenntnisse

PC-DMIS programming

CMM operation

metrology

ASME Y14.5 GD&T

root-cause analysis

quality-data reporting

Excel/Word/Outlook

Ausbildung

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

12 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Jobbeschreibung

At Superior Aerospace Precision Machining, you'll contribute to high-quality products used in demanding aerospace applications. We value precision, continuous improvement, teamwork, and professional growth. This position gives you the opportunity to apply your technical expertise across multiple areas of the operation and make a meaningful contribution to product quality and safety.

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to help ensure our precision-manufactured products meet stringent aerospace standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications. This hands-on role combines quality engineering, CMM programming and inspection, quality-system improvement, supplier development, and problem-solving across the manufacturing operation.

What You'll Do

You will program and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines using PC-DMIS and perform incoming, first-piece, in-process, and final inspections. You will interpret engineering drawings, 3D models, specifications, and GD&T requirements to verify product compliance.

You will also maintain and continuously improve the company's quality management system; prepare internal First Article Inspection reports; review supplier FAIs; and perform internal and supplier audits. Working with machine operators and cross-functional teams, you will provide quality feedback, conduct root-cause analyses, and develop effective corrective actions.

This position requires occasional travel for supplier audits, new-supplier development and certification, and issue resolution. Although the position has no regular direct reports, temporary oversight of inspectors or other personnel may be required. Additional duties may be assigned based on operational needs.

What We're Looking For

Qualified candidates will have:

• A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field and at least five years of quality control or inspection experience in a machining or manufacturing environment; or at least 12 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
• At least three years of PC-DMIS programming and hands-on CMM operation
• Strong working knowledge of metrology, inspection methods, and quality assurance systems
• The ability to interpret 3D models, 2D engineering drawings, and ASME Y14.5 GD&T
• Experience with root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality-data reporting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• The ability to travel up to approximately 20%
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Experience with aerospace or piston-engine components, FAA regulations, ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems, supplier auditing, and Non-Destructive Testing is preferred.

Our benefits package includes:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment

Superior Aerospace Precision Machining is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.