Quality Engineer
The Quality Engineer at Confidential Client supports quality and inspection activities within aerospace manufacturing to ensure compliance with engineering, customer, and regulatory standards. This role involves performing dimensional and visual inspections, assisting with quality documentation, supporting root cause analysis, and collaborating with manufacturing teams to maintain high-quality production in a fast-paced environment. The position requires attention to detail, basic knowledge of GD&T and quality systems, and the ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.
About Careertakes
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Role Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Quality Engineer to support day-to-day quality and inspection activities in a precision aerospace manufacturing environment. This role assists with dimensional inspection, documentation, and basic quality system tasks in alignment with AS9100 and company standards. The position works with senior quality staff, manufacturing, and production teams to ensure compliance, support data collection, and contribute to continuous improvement.
What You’ll Do
- Support dimensional and visual inspection using calipers, micrometers, indicators, and height gauges
- Assist in interpreting engineering drawings and basic GD&T under senior guidance
- Collect, organize, and document inspection data for quality records, inspection reports, and First Article Inspection (FAI) packages
- Help set up and execute inspection plans and control plan activities as directed
- Assist with SPC data collection and basic reporting (control charts, process monitoring)
- Maintain QMS documentation including inspection records, calibration logs, and work instructions
- Identify and document nonconforming materials using established processes
- Assist root cause investigations by gathering data and supporting analysis (5 Whys, basic problem-solving)
- Support CMM and comparator inspection activities under supervision or training
- Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality teams to resolve production inspection needs
- Use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for data entry, reporting, and documentation
- Maintain organized inspection areas and support a safe, controlled work environment
- Follow Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies and PPE requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned
You Have
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field — or equivalent experience
Experience
- 0–2 years in quality, manufacturing, or engineering-related roles
- Internship, co-op, or academic project experience in manufacturing or quality preferred
- Exposure to aerospace, machining, or precision manufacturing is a plus
Skills & Competencies
- Basic understanding of quality inspection principles and manufacturing processes
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings with guidance
- Familiarity with basic GD&T concepts (training level acceptable)
- Practical use of measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators)
- Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn inspection methods
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
- Clear communication skills and ability to work on a team
- Ability to follow procedures and standard work consistently
- Strong organizational skills and reliability
Clearance & Eligibility
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government–issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required to be eligible for security clearance.
Nice to Have
- Internship or co-op experience in aerospace, machining, or manufacturing quality
- Exposure to AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems
- Familiarity with SPC concepts or basic data tracking tools
- Experience with CMMs or automated inspection equipment
- Shop floor or production environment experience
- Basic understanding of root cause analysis tools (5 Whys, Fishbone)
- Demonstrated interest in metrology, continuous improvement, or quality engineering
- A roll-up-your-sleeves mindset and eagerness to develop technical inspection skills
Benefits & Culture
Confidential Client offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, life, and short- and long-term disability coverage from day one. Additional benefits include a 401(k) plan with company match, bonus eligibility, and equity opportunities. The company is committed to manufacturing in the USA and to building a diverse, inclusive workplace.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Confidential Client and Careertakes are committed to equal employment opportunity. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities during the application and interviewing process.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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