Sr. Quality Engineer

Visium Resources•Orlando, FL

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Quality Engineer role requires hands-on metrology experience in a precision manufacturing environment to support the inspection and measurement of components for aerospace applications. This role requires deep experience in aerospace quality systems, supplier audits, failure analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing teams. This role plays a key part in ensuring measurement accuracy, compliance with aerospace standards, and the overall integrity of our quality system.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of dimensional metrology principles and best practices.
Demonstrated experience interpreting complex engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
Proficiency in documentation and quality records management.
Familiarity with MIL-STD requirements relevant to RF and aerospace electronics
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Analytical and methodical problem-solving skills.
High level of accuracy and repeatability in measurement work.
Strong communication skills and ability to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Strong organizational and documentation abilities.
Effective communication across technical and non-technical teams.
Ability to prioritize work in a regulated, production-driven environment.
Leadership mindset with willingness to mentor and share expertise.
Must be able to work with ITAR data without a license.
4-year degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, or related field) or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in metrology, quality inspection, or dimensional measurement within a precision manufacturing environment and supplier evaluation required.
Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, and AS9102 FAI requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with RF, microwave, or precision electronic components.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced dimensional inspections of precision RF filter components and assemblies using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, optical comparators, and Multi-Sensor Measurement Systems.
Develop, review, and improve inspection methods, measurement plans, and work instructions.
Conduct and analyze measurement system evaluations, including Gage R&R and uncertainty analyses.
Lead First Article Inspections (FAI) and customer-required inspection documentation (e.g., AS9102).
Investigate measurement-related non-conformances and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Collaborate with Engineering to interpret complex drawings and GD&T requirements.
Provide technical guidance and informal mentoring to Inspectors and Engineers.
Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (RCCA, 8D, DMAIC) for supplier nonconformances and escapes
Review and provide feedback on supplier documentation, including FAI (AS9102) and SCAR responses
Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers on supplier-related issues impacting performance, reliability, or manufacturability
Monitor supplier performance metrics (yield, defect rates, OTD) and lead continuous improvement initiatives
Perform supplier audits (on-site and remote), including initial qualification, surveillance, and special process audits
Travel to supplier sites as required (typically 10-25%)