Advanced Input Systems · 4 months ago
Quality Engineer - Aerospace
Coeur d Alene, Idaho, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expAdvanced Input Systems, a 1HMX Brand, is pioneering the future of Human Machine eXperience through innovation and performance. The Quality Engineer will support quality activities for aerospace customers, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and driving quality improvements while maintaining strong customer relationships.
Consumer ElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Customer Engagement: Build long-term partnerships with aerospace OEM and Tier 1 customers by addressing audits, surveys, complaints, and product performance metrics
Supplier Quality: Evaluate and develop supplier capabilities to ensure compliance with aerospace regulations and customer-specific requirements
Quality Systems: Maintain and enhance the AIS QMS in alignment with AS9100 and ISO9001
Auditing & Compliance: Plan, lead, and support internal, supplier, and customer audits. Participate in FAA, EASA, or NADCAP compliance efforts
FAIR & RCCA: Lead First Article Inspections (FAIR/AS9102) and structured Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA/8D)
Continuous Improvement: Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce defects, improve yield, and ensure production readiness
Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and act on quality data (SPC, capability studies, DOE) to prevent recurrence of defects and improve product reliability
Collaboration: Work with Product Development, Manufacturing Engineering, and global operations to integrate quality into new product introduction (NPI) and sustainment programs
Qualification
Required
Strong knowledge of aerospace quality standards and customer expectations
Deep understanding of aerospace quality systems, regulations, and customer expectations
Strong technical writing and reporting skills for customer and regulatory documentation
Effective communicator with ability to present to both technical and executive audiences
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under strict aerospace compliance timelines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in RCCA methodologies (8D, Fishbone, 5 Why, etc.)
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field required
Minimum 4+ years applicable experience, preferably in aerospace electronics and manufacturing
Experience with AS9100, ISO9001:2015, and internal auditing processes
Demonstrated experience with FAIR/AS9102, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and process capability
Preferred
Knowledge of ERP/QMS software preferred
Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent preferred
Experience supporting or leading aerospace customer audits and compliance reviews highly desirable
Company
Advanced Input Systems
Advanced Input Systems has developed custom solutions for numerous companies in the medical, industrial, defense, and gaming industries.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-11-26Acquired
Leadership Team
Mary Heitmann, CFA
Chief Financial Officer
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