Quality Engineer Intern

AIRO Group Holdings, Inc.•Phoenix, AZ

49d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This is a paid Internship opportunity for Six Months. The Quality Engineer Intern supports quality assurance and quality control activities to ensure products meet engineering, regulatory, and customer requirements. This entry-level role focuses on developing knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), performing inspections, analyzing data, and contributing to problem-solving efforts under supervision in an AS9100-regulated environment.

Requirements

Basic understanding of AS9100 Quality Management Systems
Familiarity with First Article Inspection (AS9102) requirements
Fundamental knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and engineering drawing interpretation
Understanding of J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 standards
Knowledge of inspection methods, product verification, and quality documentation
Ability to analyze data and interpret results using basic statistical methods
Strong attention to detail with a focus on compliance and risk mitigation
Effective communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)
Experience in aerospace or other regulated manufacturing environments (e.g., medical, automotive, defense)
Familiarity with FAA regulations, PMA requirements, and airworthiness standards
Exposure to ERP/MRP systems and quality data management systems
Knowledge of configuration management and document control practices
Basic understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and process capability
Familiarity with electro-mechanical assembly processes
In Progress of bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, or a related technical field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
0–2 years of experience in quality, manufacturing, or engineering environment
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Technician (CQT)
AS9100 Internal Auditor certification or equivalent audit training
Standing and sitting for extended periods of time
Lifting up to 25 pounds in a safe and prudent manner
Ability to work and communicate well with other employees and management, customers, visitors, vendors
Ability to perform work utilizing manual dexterity of the hands
Ability to push, pull, bend, stoop, reach above and below shoulders, and full use of upper extremities
Ability to easily move through an approximately 25,000 square foot warehouse building
Ability to read, write, and understand English
Correctable vision and hearing

Responsibilities

Support the implementation and maintenance of the AS9100-compliant Quality Management System (QMS)
Perform in-process and final inspections to verify product conformance to specifications
Assist with First Article Inspection (FAI) activities in accordance with AS9102 requirements
Review engineering drawings and specifications for basic compliance, including GD&T interpretation
Collect and analyze quality data (e.g., scrap, rework, yield) to identify trends and improvement opportunities
Participate in root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigations using tools such as 5 Whys and Fishbone diagrams
Assist with internal audits, audit preparation, and documentation control activities
Ensure accurate documentation, traceability, and record retention in compliance with regulatory standards
Support customer complaint investigations, including containment and corrective actions
Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence
Maintain compliance with company procedures, customer requirements, and regulatory standards

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
401(k) with company match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Commuter Benefits
Basic Life Insurance – fully paid by the company for employees and their dependents
Long-Term Disability Insurance – fully paid by the company
Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance options