Quality Engineer (AS9100)

Job Title: Quality Engineer AS9100

Pay: $85,000 - $95,000 (+ bonus)

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL (onsite)

Position Overview:

Provide engineering support to optimize workflows, troubleshoot problems, and ensure compliance with aerospace and defense specifications and requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, customers, and suppliers to maintain high standards of quality and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering support to optimize workflows and resolve production issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams, customers, and suppliers to meet quality expectations.
• Support compliance with industry standards such as AS9100 and Nadcap.
• Participate in process improvement activities within a team-based environment.
• Develop and maintain process metrics to evaluate effectiveness and drive improvement.
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective actions, providing training as necessary.
• Monitor non-conformance trends and evaluate corrective action effectiveness.
• Assist in the preparation, execution, and completion of quality audits.
• Promote and comply with safety regulations to ensure a safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements and Skills:

• Engineering or technical degree, or equivalent experience required.
• Hands-on experience in a production or manufacturing environment; special processing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma methodology, Lean manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement tools. ASQ certification preferred.
• Familiarity with Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), and First Article Inspection (FAI).
• Skilled in root cause problem-solving methods such as 8D, A3, DMAIC, and 5 Whys.
• Experience with ERP, MRP, CRM, Microsoft Office, and engineering drafting/modeling tools.
• Strong skills in quantitative data analysis, measurement systems, and reporting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to write technical reports and procedures.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Advanced computer literacy preferred.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Reports To:

The Quality Engineer reports to the Quality Assurance Manager.

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