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Role Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Quality Engineer - Composite & Assembly to ensure product quality and process compliance across composite manufacturing and assembly operations. The candidate will be responsible for inspection, quality assurance, non-conformance management, and continuous improvement activities while ensuring compliance with aerospace quality standards and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Perform in-process, final, and first article inspections of composite components and assemblies. Monitor composite manufacturing processes including prepreg handling, layup, bonding, curing, trimming, drilling, machining, and finishing operations. Verify assembly operations such as fit-up, alignment, fastening, torque application, and dimensional conformity. Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, manufacturing plans, and GD&T requirements. Conduct dimensional and visual inspections using precision measuring instruments including Vernier calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, and CMM reports. Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards including AS9100, AS9102 (FAI), customer specifications, and regulatory requirements. Generate and manage NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports) and participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective & Preventive Action (CAPA) activities. Support First Article Inspection (FAI) documentation and product traceability requirements. Maintain quality records, inspection reports, and related documentation. Collaborate with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain teams to resolve quality-related issues. Participate in internal, customer, and regulatory audits. Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, process capability, and operational efficiency.

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of composite materials, manufacturing processes, and assembly techniques. Experience in aerospace, defense, aviation, composite manufacturing, or precision engineering environments. Good understanding of AS9100, AS9102 (FAI), and aerospace quality management systems. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements. Hands-on experience with inspection and measuring equipment. Knowledge of NCR, RCA, CAPA, 8D, and problem-solving methodologies. Familiarity with quality tools such as PFMEA, Control Plan, etc., Strong analytical, documentation, and report-preparation skills. Good communication and cross-functional coordination abilities.

Preferred Experience

• 3-6 years of experience in Quality Assurance/Quality Control within aerospace
• Experience with composite structures, bonded assemblies, and aerospace manufacturing processes.