MRO Quality Engineer - FAA

Simmonds Precision•Vergennes, VT

About The Position

The Quality Engineer for the FAA Repair Station ensures aerospace products and repair processes meet internal, regulatory, and customer requirements. The role bridges product quality assurance, customer engagement, and FAA Repair Station compliance, supporting continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and operational excellence in a safety-critical environment. The position works cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations, and external stakeholders to promote reliability and compliance. The role supports the Quality Manager with investigations, technical risk assessments, formal 8D reports, and product failure analysis. It also supports regulatory and customer audits, tracks MRO customer-facing quality metrics, maintains repair-station records and analysis tools, and reviews technical documentation and repair-station processes for compliance.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with customers and cross-functional teams.
Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Industrial, or related field).
FAA Repairman Certificate.
Experience in quality engineering within aerospace, defense, or a highly regulated industry.
Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards, including AS9100 and ISO 9001.
Experience with quality tools such as 8D and Root Cause Analysis.
Thorough familiarity with aerospace regulatory requirements, primarily FAA CFR Part 145, EASA, and CAAC requirements.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance processes aligned with AS9100 and applicable FAA, EASA, UK CAA, and CAAC Part 145 requirements.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions for internal and external non-conformances using methods such as 8D and 5 Whys.
Monitor and analyze quality performance metrics, including scrap, rework, turn-back rates, and service warranty, to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
Support the Quality Manager with investigations, technical risk assessments, 8D report generation, and product failure analysis.
Resolve customer quality issues promptly while maintaining cross-functional communication and clear timeline expectations.
Host and support regulatory surveillance, customer audits, and third-party registrar audits, and manage timely closure of findings.
Track and report MRO customer-facing quality metrics, including escapes, repeat returns, and warranty claims.
Drive initiatives to improve field reliability, minimize customer turn-backs, and reduce product defects.
Provide technical analysis and engineering support for government Product Quality Deficiency Reports and internal Quality Acceptance Holds.
Maintain the MRO turn-back analysis database and present findings and actionable trends to the monthly Corrective Action Board.
Participate in process reviews and independent self-evaluations to validate additions or changes to the repair station’s Capability List.
Review technical documentation to ensure repairs align with current Component Maintenance Manuals, Airworthiness Directives, and regulatory data.
Manage FAA Repairman Certificates, authorized personnel rosters, and employment summaries in compliance with 14 CFR § 145 requirements.
Ensure airline-operator-specific training requirements and website access are maintained.
Support special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
HSA and FSA options.
Onsite cafeteria and fitness center.
Competitive pay and annual bonus opportunity.
401(k) retirement plan with up to a 4% company match and an additional annual employer contribution starting at 3%.
Company-paid life and disability insurance.
Four weeks of vacation, five additional paid days during the annual holiday shutdown, and paid sick leave.
Paid maternity and paternity leave.
Up to $20,000 in annual tuition reimbursement.
Professional development and learning opportunities.
Supplemental insurance, Employee Assistance Program, legal services, identity theft protection, discounted auto and home insurance, and pet insurance.