Sr. Quality Engineer - MD

THE GILL CORPORATION -- MARYLAND•Edgewood, MD

3d•$110,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Quality Engineer provides senior-level quality engineering support for aerospace manufacturing processes, products, and programs, ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, contractual, and internal requirements. The role provides technical leadership in identifying and resolving quality issues, leading root-cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions that prevent recurrence. As a senior member of the Quality organization, this position serves as a technical resource and partners across functions to drive continuous improvement and maintain product quality and compliance. The position is based on-site in Edgewood, Maryland, and follows a Monday-through-Friday, first-shift schedule. Compensation is $110,000 to $130,000, commensurate with experience. Relocation assistance is not available. The role requires access to information subject to ITAR and/or EAR regulations. Applicants will be asked to provide documentation verifying U.S. person status as defined by those regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
At least 5 years of progressive quality engineering experience in aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of AS9100 quality management system requirements and aerospace manufacturing quality practices.
Demonstrated experience leading root-cause investigations and corrective actions involving complex manufacturing or product quality issues.
Strong working knowledge of quality tools and methodologies, including 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, FMEA, SPC, process capability, control plans, and statistical analysis.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, technical requirements, and manufacturing documentation.
Experience supporting internal, customer, and third-party quality audits.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze data, identify trends, determine root causes, and develop sustainable corrective actions.
Ability to work effectively across Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain functions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical information effectively at all organizational levels.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and quality initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and accountability.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience with ERP, QMS, or other manufacturing information systems.
Acceptable vision test results, as applicable.
Ability to meet the ITAR/EAR U.S. person documentation requirements for access to regulated information.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements.
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Experience with SAP.
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, or similar professional certification.

Responsibilities

Provide senior-level quality engineering support for manufacturing processes, products, and programs, including investigation and resolution of complex quality and compliance issues.
Review and interpret engineering drawings, purchase orders, engineering models, customer specifications, contractual requirements, and other technical documentation to ensure quality requirements are understood and met.
Lead cross-functional investigations of product and process nonconformances, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Review and approve engineering and manufacturing process documentation, including process sheets, part travelers, sketches, and NC probe sheets.
Develop and maintain shop-floor quality instructions, inspection documentation, and data collection methods.
Develop, evaluate, and oversee inspection methods, tools, and techniques to verify product conformity.
Lead and support First Article Inspection activities in accordance with AS9102, coordinating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and other personnel.
Collect, analyze, and document quality data and results in accordance with company policies, procedures, customer requirements, and applicable quality standards.
Develop, implement, and verify corrective and preventive actions for product, process, and quality system issues.
Lead and support customer corrective action responses using structured problem-solving methods such as 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone.
Support supplier quality activities, including supplier-related nonconformance investigations, corrective actions, recurring quality issues, and performance concerns.
Identify quality trends, recurring issues, and process improvement opportunities, and work cross-functionally to improve product quality, process capability, and quality performance.
Serve as a technical resource by sharing knowledge, providing guidance, mentoring less-experienced team members, and promoting collaboration across functions.
Demonstrate technical leadership, sound judgment, accountability, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Follow departmental and plant safety requirements and promptly report unsafe conditions to the appropriate manager or supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.