Quality Engineer - Aviation

Viasat, Inc.•Duluth, GA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

Requirements

10+ years’ experience in quality, operations, and/or engineering in a development and manufacturing environment
7+ years auditing suppliers and supporting new production introduction
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Applied Sciences, or a related field or equivalent experience
3+ years leading teams, program or projects
Excellent knowledge of AS9100, AS9102B, 9001 QMS or maintenance
Knowledge of theory and principles of data analysis
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, read procedures and process guidelines, record and interpret data
PLM tool knowledge, (such as Agile), as well as ERP systems, (such as Oracle)
Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools, Failure Modes Effects Analysis, (FMEA), 8D, 5 Why, etc.) and other failure analysis quality tools
Must have ambition (the aim to learn and achieve personal advancement)
Must display autonomy (ability to work independently with minimal direction)
Demonstrate technical aptitude (ability to comprehend sophisticated technical topics and niche information)
Ability to communicate and influence different stakeholders, both internally and externally
Up to 20% travel (domestic and international)
Be located within a 50-mile radius of Duluth, GA
US Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Hands-on manufacturing background in electro-mechanical assemblies
Space/Flight hardware development and manufacturing experience
Lead AS9001D auditor trained
Detailed understanding of AS9102 and First Article Verification Process
Understanding of IPC 610, IPC-620S, J-STD-001S, MIL-STD-883

Responsibilities

Providing Quality Engineering support for aerospace and aviation programs from development through production and delivery.
Develop, implement, and maintain quality processes that ensure compliance with AS9100, customer requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
Monitor and analyze key quality metrics, including First Pass Yield (FPY), nonconformance rates, defect trends, and customer quality performance.
Lead cross-functional root cause investigations and corrective action activities using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone Analysis.
Review and disposition nonconforming material and work closely with cross-functional teams to drive timely resolution of quality issues.
Support production and test operations by identifying process improvement opportunities that enhance product quality, efficiency, and reliability.
Conduct process audits and support customer, regulatory, and third-party quality audits.
Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, PFMEA activities, and new product introduction efforts to ensure quality requirements are integrated early in the product lifecycle.
Review manufacturing plans, work instructions, and inspection documentation.
Develop inspection plans and Quality procedures.
Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
Analyze quality data and generate reports to communicate trends, risks, and improvement opportunities to management and program teams.
Collaborate with suppliers, when required, to resolve quality issues and improve supplier performance.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing defects, improving process capability, and increasing overall product reliability.
Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities, Corrective Action Requests (CARs), and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations.
Serve as a quality advocate, helping ensure the highest levels of product integrity, customer satisfaction, and mission success.
Provide mentorship to program management, engineering, and operations on quality planning and execution to fulfill the overall quality mission.
Be accountable for the planning and execution of quality activities by the quality team members.
Ensure First Article Inspections and production validation activities are completed in accordance with customer requirements.
Generate and present quality reports to management and customers.