Senior Quality Engineer III - Aerospace & Lean QA

hexcel; United States; On-site; USD 78,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexcel in Kent, WA seeks a Quality Engineer III to lead quality initiatives in a dynamic aerospace environment, guiding inspection planning, change management, and BOM planning to ensure accuracy and reliability across processes.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, supplier quality strategy, internal/external audits, and cross‑functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement and enterprise‑level quality projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required; master's preferred.
• ASQ certifications (CQE preferred) and Lead Auditor training desirable.
• Experience with AS9100 and Nadcap compliance and advanced analytics preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Quality leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Audit & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree preferred

ASQ CQE preferred

Job description

Hexcel in Kent, WA seeks a Quality Engineer III to lead quality initiatives in a dynamic aerospace environment, guiding inspection planning, change management, and BOM planning to ensure accuracy and reliability across processes.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, supplier quality strategy, internal/external audits, and cross‑functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement and enterprise‑level quality projects.