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Aviation MRO - Quality Engineer - Lakeland, FL

Lakeland, Florida Permanent USD85,000 - USD110,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is seeking a Quality Engineer to support quality assurance initiatives within a fast-paced aviation MRO environment. This role will partner with production, engineering, and regulatory teams to drive process improvements, investigate quality issues, and ensure compliance with FAA and industry standards.
  • Ensure quality compliance for commercial and military aircraft maintenance.
  • Join a growing organization focused on continuous improvement.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading provider of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, supporting commercial and defense aviation customers. They are recognized for delivering high-quality maintenance solutions while maintaining the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

  • Investigate and resolve quality issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with FAA and AS9100 requirements.
  • Develop and maintain quality documentation, procedures, and work instructions.
  • Analyze quality metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Support supplier quality, nonconformance investigations, and CAPA activities.
  • Partner with engineering and operations to improve manufacturing and repair processes.
  • Participate in customer and regulatory audits.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Ideal Candidate:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
  • 3+ years of Quality Engineering experience within aviation, aerospace, or an MRO environment.
  • Experience with AS9100, FAA regulations, CAPA, and root cause analysis.
  • Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Strong understanding of quality systems, auditing, and continuous improvement tools.
  • ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification is a plus.

What's on Offer

What's To Offer:

  • Competitive base salary with annual bonus opportunity.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid holidays and generous PTO.
  • Professional development and certification reimbursement.
  • Opportunity to support critical aviation programs in a collaborative, quality-focused environment.
Contact
Josephine Belcher
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7056480

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Lakeland
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Josephine Belcher
Job Reference
JN-072026-7056480