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GKN Aerospace · 2 days ago

Quality Engineer, Manufacturing

Tallassee, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

GKN Aerospace is a leader in aerospace innovation, focused on reimagining air travel with sustainability at its core. The Quality Engineer will support and improve quality systems and processes in aerospace manufacturing, ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer requirements while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

AerospaceCommercialManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with customer, FAA, and third-party standards (e.g., AS9100, NADCAP)

Maintain and enhance the Quality Management System (QMS)

Conduct internal audits and support external audits

Manage records retention in accordance with regulatory and company policies

Perform supplier audits and collaborate to resolve quality and delivery issues

Apply root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (RCA/CAPA)

Develop and maintain Program Quality Plans aligned with project requirements

Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and production teams to support quality initiatives

Support new product introduction (NPI) through quality planning and risk mitigation

Contribute to Lean and Six Sigma-based continuous improvement efforts

Lead the application of APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) principles to ensure quality is embedded throughout the product lifecycle—from early planning and risk assessment to process validation and launch readiness

Ensure manufacturing processes meet AS9145, AS9100, and NADCAP standards, with a focus on long-term compliance and capability

Qualification

APQPAerospace compliance standardsRoot cause analysisLean toolsQuality Management SystemCertified Quality AuditorInspection toolsTechnical drawingsCommunication skillsCollaboration