Quality Engineer
Superior Aerospace•Fridley, MN
•$75,000 - $95,000•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to help ensure our precision-manufactured products meet stringent aerospace standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications. This hands-on role combines quality engineering, CMM programming and inspection, quality-system improvement, supplier development, and problem-solving across the manufacturing operation.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field and at least five years of quality control or inspection experience in a machining or manufacturing environment; or at least 12 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
- At least three years of PC-DMIS programming and hands-on CMM operation
- Strong working knowledge of metrology, inspection methods, and quality assurance systems
- The ability to interpret 3D models, 2D engineering drawings, and ASME Y14.5 GD&T
- Experience with root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality-data reporting
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- The ability to travel up to approximately 20%
- Legal authorization to work in the United States
Nice To Haves
- Experience with aerospace or piston-engine components
- Experience with FAA regulations
- Experience with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems
- Experience with supplier auditing
- Experience with Non-Destructive Testing
Responsibilities
- Program and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines using PC-DMIS and perform incoming, first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.
- Interpret engineering drawings, 3D models, specifications, and GD&T requirements to verify product compliance.
- Maintain and continuously improve the company's quality management system.
- Prepare internal First Article Inspection reports.
- Review supplier FAIs.
- Perform internal and supplier audits.
- Provide quality feedback, conduct root-cause analyses, and develop effective corrective actions with machine operators and cross-functional teams.
- Occasional travel for supplier audits, new-supplier development and certification, and issue resolution.
- Temporary oversight of inspectors or other personnel may be required.
- Additional duties may be assigned based on operational needs.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company matching
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
