Senior Quality Engineer — Aerospace Process Leader

Hexcel Corporation; Kent (WA); In loco; USD 78.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Hexcel seeks a Quality Engineer III for its Kent, WA site to lead quality initiatives and drive operational excellence in an aerospace setting. You will guide inspection planning, BOM reviews, and change management while ensuring process and quality control reliability across the organization.

You will mentor junior QEs, manage supplier quality strategies, and lead cross-functional improvement projects, leveraging Lean/Six Sigma and AS9100/Nadcap standards to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, or related field required; master’s preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering with leadership responsibilities.
• Expertise in quality management systems, compliance standards (AS9100, Nadcap), and advanced analytics.
• Proven ability in strategic planning, supplier quality management, and cross-functional leadership.
• Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills with a strategic decision-making mindset.
• Experience with digital transformation in quality, predictive tools, and data analytics platforms.
• Advanced problem-solving skills and innovation mindset; proficiency in Lean/Six Sigma (certification strongly preferred).
• ASQ certifications (CQE preferred) and Certified Lead Auditor training desirable.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications, including MBD; familiarity with measurement and inspection equipment.
• Experience with composite materials and lean manufacturing is a plus.

Mansioni

• Comply with Hexcel policies, procedures, and Code of Business Conduct.
• Review contracts, drawings, and specifications to develop quality plans and inspection criteria; approve production planning for quality, first article, and inspection requirements.
• Create and maintain quality documentation to support accuracy and compliance.
• Communicate quality standards internally and externally; maintain strong customer relationships and support workforce training.
• Review and process non-conforming materials; lead corrective and preventive actions and support MRB activities.
• Conduct internal and external audits; evaluate findings and implement corrective actions.
• Lead strategic quality planning and drive cross-functional initiatives, including enterprise-level improvement and innovation projects.
• Develop and implement supplier quality strategies and global alignment programs.
• Utilize predictive analytics and digital quality systems to enhance quality performance.
• Mentor level I & II QEs and other team members; provide formal leadership in quality projects.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Quality mgmt systems

Cross-functional leadership

Analytics

Communication

Lean Six Sigma

Problem solving

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s preferred

Strumenti

AS9100

Nadcap

MBD

Predictive analytics tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Hexcel seeks a Quality Engineer III for its Kent, WA site to lead quality initiatives and drive operational excellence in an aerospace setting. You will guide inspection planning, BOM reviews, and change management while ensuring process and quality control reliability across the organization.

You will mentor junior QEs, manage supplier quality strategies, and lead cross-functional improvement projects, leveraging Lean/Six Sigma and AS9100/Nadcap standards to deliver high-quality outcomes.