ME/QE (KY, GEA)

Job Title: Manufacturing Quality Engineer Pay Rate:$35.00-$40.00/hour Location: Madisonville KY, 42431 Area Code: 270 Shift: 1st Employment Type: Direct/W2 with full benefits #qualityengineering #manufacturingjobs #aerospace Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to support manufacturing operations in a regulated aerospace environment. This role is heavily focused on MRB and Process Release (PR) disposition, nonconformance analysis, and driving resolution of out-of-flow hardware. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working directly with manufacturing teams to ensure quality, compliance, and production continuity. Key Responsibilities:

• Support MRB and PR disposition with timely, accurate quality decisions
• Develop and coordinate rework plans, including documentation and execution guidance
• Perform nonconformance analysis and RCCA, driving issues through closure
• Track and manage out-of-flow hardware, ensuring visibility and risk mitigation
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams to resolve issues and maintain production flow
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety requirements, and documentation practices
• Maintain accurate records for dispositions, process changes, and quality activities
• Support machining-related dispositions by incorporating input on tooling, methods, and process constraints
• Communicate status, risks, and escalations clearly across teams

Required Qualifications:

• Experience supporting MRB and PR disposition in aerospace manufacturing shop floor environment
• Background in Quality and Manufacturing Engineering with shop-floor involvement
• Strong experience with nonconformance analysis and RCCA
• Solid understanding of quality systems, documentation, and audit readiness
• Ability to work onsite and collaborate cross-functionally
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Due to the nature of the work US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor"s degree in Engineering
• Familiarity with machining processes, tooling, and setups
• Prior PR certification or final disposition authority experience
• Exposure to CNC-related documentation or process change

Belcan provides a competitive pay and benefits package. Benefits offered MAY include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and paid leave required by law. Salary guidelines for similar roles at Belcan are $35.00-40.00 per hour. Guidelines vary based on many factors including but not limited to education, qualifications, experience, discipline, geographic location, market, and business considerations. Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Build a challenging and rewarding career with an industry leader!