Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

CTS Engines; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CTS Engines in Kentucky seeks a Senior Quality Engineer to join the Quality Assurance and Engineering Team. You will identify defects, determine causes, and implement corrective actions to improve repair processes and product reliability.

Responsibilities include audits (ISO/FDA/AS9100), data analysis, reporting, and leading cross-functional teams while ensuring compliance with AS9110/9100. A 5+ year background in quality engineering or QMS is required, with preference for engine MRO experience.

Qualifications

• AS9110/9100 Auditor Certified is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality Engineering or working with Quality Management Systems.
• Experience in engine MRO environment preferred.
• Quantum Control experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine quality improvement factors.
• Inspect, test and evaluate the reliability of repair processes, products and production equipment.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data.
• Meet deadlines for delivery of products and services.
• Lead root cause analysis.
• Collect, organize, monitor, and distribute information related to the QMS and process improvements.
• Document procedures and work instructions per AS9110/regulatory standards.
• Perform and report supplier and internal audits.
• Provide supplier quality input to support the QMS.
• Lead internal and external audits (ISO, FDA, AS9100).

Skills

MS Office

MS Excel

Cross-functional teamwork

Root cause analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

AS9110/9100 Auditor Certified

Tools

Quantum Control

Job description

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JOB CLASSIFICATION INFORMATION

Position Title Senior Quality Engineer

Department Quality Assurance

Reports to VP of Quality Assurance

FLSA Status Exempt

Revision Date August 2026

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Quality Engineers help create solutions as part of the Quality Assurance and Engineering Team. They work to find defects, determine the causes of those defects, and provide solutions to defected problems.

JOB RESPONSIBLITIES

• Determining quality improvement factors.
• Implementing methods to inspect, test and evaluate the reliability of Repair Processes, products, and production equipment.
• Making sure processes adhere to quality standards.
• Preparing reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data.
• Working in accordance with deadlines for delivery of products and services.
• Actively participates in root cause analysis.
• Collecting, organizing, monitoring, and distributing information related to the Quality Management System and process improvement functions.
• Ensure that procedures and work instructions are documented according to corporate AS9110 and regulatory standards.
• Perform and report supplier and internal audits.
• Provide supplier quality performance input to support the Quality Management System
• Lead internal and external audits (such as ISO, FDA, or AS9100 requirements) and ensure adherence to quality management systems.

Education & Experience:

• AS9110/9100 Auditor Certified.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality Engineering or working with Quality Management Systems.
• Quantum Control Experience Preferred
• Previous work experience in an engine MRO environment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• The successful candidate must have strong computers skills, working knowledge of MS Office applications and advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
• Ability to work with a wide range of technical, sales, repair, management personnel and business process owners globally.
• Interpersonal and negotiating skills necessary to build effective working relationships.
• Proven ability to effectively lead cross-functional teams and perform root cause analysis.

Working Conditions / Environment / Special Requirements

• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, FAA, DOT, and State and Federal regulations.
• Ability to work in varied types of environments including office spaces, restrooms, warehouses and outdoor areas.
• Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required

GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

• Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
• Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
• Honor and protect confidential and proprietary documents and information.
• Satisfies work schedule requirements. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Frequently required to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, climb ladders/step stools
• Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, and arms
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor settings and in varying temperatures
• Must be able to wear protective gear as required or needed (e.g. gloves, mask, safety glasses, etc.).

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I understand that the company reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. I understand that this job description does not constitute a contract of employment and that my employment is at-will, unless otherwise specified in a written agreement signed by authorized company representatives.

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