Senior Aerospace Quality Engineer (Aerospace -must)

Zobility; Wauseon (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Zobility in Ohio is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer who treats quality as an engineering discipline, not a gatekeeping function. You will own the technical backbone of our quality system, including FAI, PPAP, root cause and corrective action, and supplier quality, while driving certification and continuous improvement.

This senior individual contributor role offers direct visibility to plant and quality leadership, with exposure to the CEO, and a chance to influence how the shop runs and how

Qualifications

• 5+ years of quality engineering in aerospace or regulated manufacturing.
• Deep knowledge of AS9100, AS9102 (FAI), PPAP and root cause methodologies (8D, 5-Why).
• Strong GD&T interpretation and blueprint reading; CMM programming experience.
• Experience with ITAR and/or CMMC Level 1 compliance activities.
• Proven track record of closing corrective actions that stick.

Responsibilities

• Lead FAI and PPAP packages end-to-end, ensuring on-time, right-first-time approvals.
• Drive 8D/5-Why investigations on nonconformances and close the loop with fixes.
• Support certification audits and keep the QMS audit-ready year-round.
• Evaluate supplier quality performance and drive corrective actions with vendors.
• Oversee CMM programming and GD&T interpretation; ensure proper inspection methods.
• Identify and lead process improvements to reduce scrap and unnecessary inspection.
• Represent Client in quality reviews and escalations with OEM and Tier 1 customers.

Skills

Quality engineering

AS9100 knowledge

Root cause analysis

8D problem solving

GD&T interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

ASQ certification (CQE/CMQOE) a plus

Tools

CMM programming

PC-DMIS

Job description

• Looking for a Senior Quality Engineer who treats quality as an engineering discipline, not a gatekeeping function.
• You'll own the technical backbone of our quality system, FAI, PPAP, root cause and corrective action, and supplier quality, while driving the certification and continuous improvement work that keeps Client ahead of customer and regulatory expectations.
• This is a senior individual contributor role with real influence over how the shop runs, reporting directly into plant/quality leadership with visibility to the CEO.

Responsibilities:

• First Article Inspection (FAI) & PPAP, lead AS9102 FAI packages and PPAP submissions end-to-end, ensuring on-time, right-first-time approval from customers.
• Root Cause & Corrective Action, drive 8D/5-Why investigations on internal and customer-reported nonconformances; close the loop with real process fixes, not paperwork.
• AS9100/ITAR/CMMC 1 Compliance - Support certification audits, internal audits, and closure of findings; keep the quality management system audit-ready year-round.
• Supplier Quality - Evaluate and manage supplier quality performance, drive corrective action with vendors, and support supplier approval and qualification.
• Measurement Systems & Inspection - Oversee CMM programming/review, GD&T interpretation, and gauge R&R studies; ensure inspection methods match part criticality.
• Continuous Improvement - Identify and lead process improvements that reduce scrap, rework, and non-value-added inspection, tying quality gains directly to EBIT.
• Customer Interface - Represent Client in quality reviews, source inspections, and escalations with OEM and Tier 1 customers.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of quality engineering experience in aerospace or another regulated precision manufacturing environment (defense or medical device acceptable with strong GD&T/AS9100 exposure).
• Deep working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102 (FAI), PPAP, and root cause methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone).
• Strong GD&T interpretation and blueprint reading; CMM programming or review experience (PC-DMIS or equivalent).
• Experience supporting or leading ITAR and/or CMMC Level 1 compliance activities.
• A track record of closing corrective actions that actually stick, not just paperwork that satisfies an auditor.
• Comfortable pushing back on the shop floor and in the customer's face when quality is at risk.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related) preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• ASQ certification (CQE, CMQ/OE) a plus, not a requirement.