Quality Engineer II

Summary

Magnetic Inspection Laboratory, Inc. processes precision parts used in space, aircraft, and defense systems, with a focus on reliability, quality, and customer support. The Quality Engineer II develops, implements, and maintains quality assurance protocols, ensures production standards meet AS9100 requirements, and leads audits, root cause analyses, corrective actions, process improvements, and quality reporting across multiple processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with AS9100 standards, including coordinating and leading internal and external audits
• Coordinate all efforts related to internal auditing program. This includes the development of the internal auditing schedule, the training of internal auditors, and validation of the internal auditors’ competencies
• Document all non-conformances as it relates to internal audits and development countermeasures to prevent recurrences
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action processes for complex quality issues, utilizing methodologies like 8D, Fishbone, and 5-Whys
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality, efficiency, and consistency
• Establish and refine control plans and quality metrics to monitor and enhance process performance
• Investigate and analyze quality issues, customer complaints, and nonconformances to identify root causes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective and preventive actions
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders to meet company goals and customer requirements
• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures to support and maintain AS9100 compliance
• Analyze non-conformance trends to evaluate the effectiveness of corrective actions
• Manage, develop, and drive improvements with external providers through data analysis and other related activities (i.e. scorecards, audits, etc…)
• Participate in complex root cause analyses and corrective actions for non-conformances, implementing sustainable solutions
• Coordinate inspections and support the production team with technical guidance on quality control
• Utilize data analytics to proactively identify trends, track quality metrics, and make data-driven recommendations
• Prepare and maintain quality documentation, including non-conformance reports (NCRs), corrective action reports (CARs), and quality control plans
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of quality activities and report key metrics to senior management
• Support quality training initiatives for production and inspection teams to foster a quality-focused culture

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in quality engineering within the aerospace or manufacturing industry
• In-depth knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001 and Nadcap standards
• Proven experience with quality tools and methodologies (e.g., A3, 5 WHY's SPC, DMAIC, 8D)
• Proficiency in quality management software and systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Individual must be authorized to work in the U.S
• This position requires access to ITAR-controlled information and materials. The successful candidate must meet all ITAR eligibility requirements, including being a U.S. person as defined by ITAR
• Certification in quality management (e.g., ASQ, CQE, Internal Audit Certification)
• Familiarity with aerospace finishing processes such as anodizing, chemfilm, primer, and/or  topcoat application

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in quality engineering within the aerospace or manufacturing industry
• In-depth knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001 and Nadcap standards
• Proven experience with quality tools and methodologies (e.g., A3, 5 WHY's SPC, DMAIC, 8D)
• Proficiency in quality management software and systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Individual must be authorized to work in the U.S
• This position requires access to ITAR-controlled information and materials. The successful candidate must meet all ITAR eligibility requirements, including being a U.S. person as defined by ITAR

Nice to Haves

• Certification in quality management (e.g., ASQ, CQE, Internal Audit Certification)
• Familiarity with aerospace finishing processes such as anodizing, chemfilm, primer, and/or  topcoat application

Benefits

• Annual performance and compensation review, with eligibility for annual bonuses.
• MIL Inc. 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing
• Premium health insurance as well as supplemental vision and dental insurance plans
• Company paid and supplemental life insurance and AD&D
• Company paid holidays and personal paid time-off accrual