Quality Engineer - Aerospace Components

Gurnee, Illinois Permanent USD80,000 - USD90,000 per year View Job Description
This position is accountable for creating, analyzing, and tracking manufacturing quality data (QA Reports), while managing various quality improvement initiatives and monitoring key performance indicators. It also entails identifying and resolving quality issues on the production floor through troubleshooting and conducting root cause analysis.
  • Strong Salary package with Quarterly Bonus offered
  • Growing organization with proven track record

About Our Client

Our client stands as a global pioneer in the in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) field, specializing in advanced aircraft solutions. Leveraging deep expertise in systems certification, they have successfully completed over 100 projects in partnership with industry leaders, enhancing both commercial and business aircraft with cutting-edge technologies in passenger power systems, IFEC navigation, communication, and flight safety. The company also offers robust IFEC hardware, versatile design platforms, exceptional customer service, and builds lasting relationships with key stakeholders, all of which are instrumental in shaping the future of connected aviation.

Job Description

This position is responsible for overseeing daily quality control activities, including inspecting raw materials, components, sub-assemblies, finished products, and managing product returns and repairs. It also involves ensuring the timely completion and effectiveness of corrective actions.

The role assists the Quality Manager/Supervisor in upholding the Quality Management System and validating new products for production, collaborating with cross-functional teams from Engineering, Supply Chain, Production, Suppliers, and Customers.

Key duties include training and mentoring Quality Inspectors, supporting audits, addressing non-conformities, and implementing corrective measures. The role also entails analyzing defects and customer returns, implementing improvements aimed at enhancing productivity, reducing costs, and minimizing rework.

The position ensures adherence to legal and ethical standards, with expertise in ISO/9001/14000/13485 and AS9100. Additional tasks may be assigned as required.

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

  • Associate's degree with over 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Proficient in Design and Process FMEA
  • Familiar with Quality Core Tools: APQP, PPAP, Control Plans, and Process Flow
  • Skilled in problem-solving methodologies: Ishikawa, 5W - 1H, and Failure Tree Analysis
  • Proven experience with Corrective and Preventive Actions, First Time Quality, Production Efficiency, and Schedule Attainment
  • Demonstrated expertise in production and material control
  • Experience in high-complexity, high-mix, and low-volume production environments
  • Knowledgeable in Statistical Process Control and Process Validation/Verification
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools: Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Experience interacting with customers, suppliers, and senior management



What's on Offer

  • Salary up to $90k depending on experience
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Disability and life insurance
  • FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and HSA (Health Savings Account)
  • Voluntary life/AD&D, critical illness, accident prevention, and hospital indemnity insurance
  • 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays (Time for You)
Contact
Ed Lieser
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6667820

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Gurnee
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ed Lieser
Job Reference
JN-022025-6667820