Quality Assurance Engineer II

Birdon America, Inc.•Denver, CO

6d•$85,000 - $92,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located On-site in our Denver location. Quality Assurance Engineer II is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving the product quality management system in accordance with ISO 9001 and AS 9100D. This hands-on role drives root cause analysis and investigation activities for high-impact quality issues. The position actively supports the QMS by leading internal and process audits, developing robust procedures, maintaining quality records, training personnel across office and shop floors, and executing supplier qualification and monitoring programs. This position requires a close, effective, and collaborative working relationship with Manufacturing, Engineering, Assembly & Test, Project Management, Administration, Purchasing, and Warehousing. The role operates under minimal supervision, reporting directly to Quality Assurance Manager.

Requirements

Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100D standards.
Solid experience in process and supplier auditing.
Advanced proficiency in blueprint reading and dimensional inspection, including GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent related experience in addition to required experience.
3 - 5 years of progressive quality engineering experience within a manufacturing or assembly environment.

Nice To Haves

Certification as an ISO 9001 or AS9100 Internal Auditor is highly desirable.
Holding a welding-related certification, such as an AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), CSWIP, or equivalent, is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

Lead and facilitate structured problem-solving events (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone) within a company-wide continuous improvement program.
Conduct internal, process, and supplier audits.
Provide active technical support and hands-on training to Quality Technicians and Inspectors on defect identification, dimensional inspection, and standard operating procedures.
Gather quality data, analyze trends, and generate departmental KPIs (Key Performance Indicators).