Quality Engineer I

47G; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

401(K) Retirement with employer match

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Schedule

Job summary

RAM Aerospace, a leader in aerospace innovation, seeks a Quality Engineer I to architect operational excellence. You will lead root cause investigations, drive continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma tools, and serve as the technical authority on quality standards for customers and suppliers.

From APQP activities during new product development to statistical data analysis predicting reliability, you will ensure every flight-critical component is right the first time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• General knowledge of manufacturing processes and QA principles including inspection techniques and testing procedures.
• Strong familiarity with PPAP, APQP, and MSA is required; data collection and analysis driving improvements is preferred.
• ASQ CQE and Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certifications are strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead Root Cause & CAPA initiatives; drive problem-solving using 5-Whys, Fishbone, and 8D methods.
• Support APQP and PPAP activities; participate in design reviews and ensure 100% of design characteristics are captured in Quality Plans.
• Develop and analyze statistical data to set process standards and reliability expectations; reduce defects and optimize yield.
• Conduct production and quality systems audits to maintain AS9100 compliance and prepare for auditors.
• Interface with suppliers and customers to address quality concerns and drive technical improvements.
• Evaluate design proposals and provide feedback to design engineers to ensure manufacturability and maintainability.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

CAPA Leadership

APQP

PPAP

MSA

Statistical Analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional Collaboration

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

BS in engineering

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

Outlook

PPAP

APQP

MSA

Job description

Description

RAM Aerospace is a leader in aerospace innovation, powering flight and space exploration with precision solenoids, valves, and actuators. Since 1975, we’ve supported missions like the Space Shuttle and continue to deliver mission-critical components for commercial, defense, and satellite systems. As one of Southern Utah’s largest employers, we drive economic growth and offer high-skilled careers in engineering and manufacturing. From our advanced facility in St. George, we build the future of aerospace—on time, with excellence, and as a team. Join us to work on groundbreaking technology and help shape the future of flight and space exploration. Your career takes off here!

As our Quality Engineer I, you are the architect of operational excellence. You don't just find errors; you engineer the systems and processes that prevent them from ever occurring. Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will lead high-level root cause investigations, drive continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma tools, and serve as the technical authority on our quality standards for both customers and suppliers. From facilitating APQP activities during new product development to analyzing complex statistical data to predict reliability, your work ensures that every flight-critical component we ship is "right the first time." If you are a data-driven engineer who thrives at the intersection of technical precision and process optimization, we want you on our team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Root Cause & CAPA Leadership: Initiate and follow up on Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) and Non-Conformance (NC) reports. You will lead cross-functional teams through rigorous problem-solving exercises (5-Whys, Fishbone, 8D) to resolve system malfunctions and prevent recurrence.
• APQP & Preventative Quality: Support and facilitate APQP and PPAP activities to improve new product development. You will attend design reviews as the quality representative, ensuring that all 100% of design characteristics are accounted for in internal Quality Plans.
• Statistical Analysis & SPC: Develop and analyze statistical data to establish process standards and reliability expectancies. You will utilize Lean and Six Sigma tools to reduce in-line defects, minimize scrap, and optimize manufacturing yield.
• Audit & Compliance Management: Perform production and quality systems audits to maintain AS9100 compliance. You will prepare for and host customer and third-party auditors, ensuring all technical documentation and quality specifications are accurate and up to date.
• Supplier & Customer Interface: Act as the technical liaison for quality concerns and initiatives. You will work directly with suppliers to improve supply chain quality and establish strong rapport with customers by driving technical solutions that meet their specific mission needs.
• Design for Quality: Research and analyze design proposals and blueprints to evaluate feasibility and maintenance requirements. You will provide critical feedback to design engineers on customer needs and potential manufacturing difficulties to ensure a seamless transition to the shop floor.

Requirements

• Legal: Must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background check and drug screening.
• ITAR: Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum (due to ITAR requirements).
• Education:Bachelor’s degree (BS) in an engineering-related discipline is required.
• Experience:General knowledge of manufacturing processes and familiarity with Quality Assurance principles (inspection techniques, testing procedures, and statistical analysis).
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Strong familiarity with PPAP, APQP, and MSA is required. Experience with data collection and analysis methods leading to demonstrated improvements is strongly preferred.
• Certifications:ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and/or Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certifications are strongly desired.
• Soft Skills: Ability to communicate diplomatically and effectively at all levels. You must be a self-starter with strong analytical research skills and the ability to manage multiple high-priority tasks to completion.

Why You’ll Love Working at RAM – Our Benefits

At RAM Aerospace, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, work-life balance, and long-term success.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Short-Term Disability & Voluntary Benefits - Additional protection and peace of mind when you need it most.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support for personal, financial, and emotional well-being.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays - Generous time off to relax, travel, and spend time with loved ones.
• Paid Parental Leave - Time to bond with your new addition and transition smoothly back to work.
• 401(K) Retirement Account - Plan for your future with our 401(K) retirement account, complete with an employer match.
• Tuition Assistance - Invest in your education and future growth with our tuition assistance program.
• Flexible Work Schedule - Balance your work and personal life with a flexible work schedule.

We are committed to creating an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally.

EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity)

RAM Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition, it is the policy of RAM Aerospace to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances where a particular employee works.

We welcome former military and law enforcement applicants!