DH- Senior Quality Engineer (Aerospace)

Job Title: Senior Quality Engineer

Client: Aerospace Industry
Location: Carson City NV 89706
Duration: Full-Time (Permanent)
Shift: 1st Shift

Job Summary

Senior Quality Engineer / Quality Supervisor responsible for leading inspection operations NDT processes and quality compliance. This role focuses on team leadership aerospace quality standards (AS/ISO) and continuous improvement across inspection and production functions.

Key Responsibilities (Mobile-Friendly)

Supervise inspection and NDT operations (X-ray FPI Ultrasonic)
Coordinate daily inspection workload and resource allocation
Review shop traveler and document control processes
Ensure employee certifications and training compliance
Lead cross-training and team development initiatives
Evaluate team performance and support promotions
Maintain compliance with QSM RSM and AS/ISO standards
Act as Management Representative for quality compliance
Drive lean and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure safety housekeeping and regulatory compliance

Core Duties

Quality inspection & NDT oversight
Team leadership & supervision
Compliance & audit readiness
Documentation & process control
Continuous improvement execution

Work Environment / Role Nature

Aerospace manufacturing / repair environment
Leadership role with hands-on quality involvement
High compliance and audit-driven environment
Cross-functional coordination with production teams

Required Skills

Quality engineering / inspection 5 years
Supervisory / team leadership 2 years
NDT methods (X-ray FPI Ultrasonic) 2 years
AS/ISO quality standards 2 years
Analytical problem-solving 2 years

Preferred Skills

FAA Part 145 / 21 experience 1 year
FAA Repairman eligibility Preferred
NDT Level I/II certification Preferred
Metallurgical lab / calibration exposure 1 year
Lean manufacturing 1 year

Technical / Functional Exposure

Inspection & quality systems 5 years
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) 2 years
Aerospace compliance (AS/ISO FAA) 2 years
Root cause & corrective action 2 years
Team leadership & performance management 2 years

Education / Experience

Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field
5 8 years of aerospace / quality experience
Prior supervisory experience required

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