Quality Engineer III

Hexcel Corporation•Kent, WA

4d•$77,968 - $130,228•Onsite

About The Position

Hexcel is seeking a Quality Engineer III for its Kent, Washington location. The role provides leadership in quality and inspection planning, change management, and Bill of Material (BOM) planning in an aerospace manufacturing environment. The engineer ensures consistency, accuracy, and reliability across processes and quality controls by guiding review boards, approving specifications, analyzing corrective actions, and conducting audits. The position also leads strategic quality planning, cross-functional improvement initiatives, supplier quality programs, and the use of predictive analytics and digital quality systems. The role includes mentoring Quality Engineers I and II and other team members, and providing formal leadership on quality projects. The annual summary pay range is $77,968–$130,228. Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work. Programs and options vary by eligibility and other factors. Eligible candidates must meet one of the U.S. immigration or citizenship statuses listed in the posting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in quality engineering with leadership responsibilities.
Expertise in quality management systems, compliance standards including AS9100 and Nadcap, and advanced analytics.
Proven ability in strategic planning, supplier quality management, and cross-functional leadership.
Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills, with a strategic decision-making mindset.
Experience with digital transformation in quality, predictive tools, and data analytics platforms.
Advanced problem-solving skills and an innovation mindset.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications, including MBD.
Familiarity with measurement and inspection equipment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Lean/Six Sigma proficiency; certification strongly preferred.
ASQ certifications, with CQE preferred.
Certified Lead Auditor training.
Experience with composite materials and lean manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Comply with Hexcel policies, procedures, and Code of Business Conduct.
Review contracts, drawings, and specifications to develop quality plans and inspection criteria; approve production planning for quality, first article, and inspection requirements.
Create and maintain quality documentation to support accuracy and compliance.
Communicate quality standards internally and externally, maintain customer relationships, and support workforce training.
Review and process non-conforming materials; lead corrective and preventive actions and support MRB activities.
Conduct internal and external audits, evaluate findings, and implement corrective actions.
Lead strategic quality planning and cross-functional initiatives, including enterprise-level improvement and innovation projects.
Develop and implement supplier quality strategies and global alignment programs.
Use predictive analytics and digital quality systems to enhance quality performance.
Mentor Quality Engineers I and II and other team members, and provide formal leadership in quality projects.