Senior Quality Engineer III – Aerospace Quality & Audits

Hexcel Corporation; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexcel Corporation in Kent, WA is seeking aQuality Engineer III to lead quality initiatives and drive operational excellence in a dynamic aerospace environment. The role involves guiding review boards, approving specifications, analyzing corrective actions, and conducting audits.

You will mentor level I & II Quality Engineers, develop supplier quality strategies, and apply predictive analytics and digital quality systems to enhance performance across processes and BOM planning.

Qualifications

• 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 (AS9100, Nadcap) and advanced analytics.
• Proven ability in strategic planning, supplier quality management, and cross-functional leadership.

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

Analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MBD

Measurement equipment

Job description

Hexcel Corporation in Kent, WA is seeking aQuality Engineer III to lead quality initiatives and drive operational excellence in a dynamic aerospace environment. The role involves guiding review boards, approving specifications, analyzing corrective actions, and conducting audits.

You will mentor level I & II Quality Engineers, develop supplier quality strategies, and apply predictive analytics and digital quality systems to enhance performance across processes and BOM planning.