Quality Engineer III

Who Are We?

FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independent industry partner, FDH specializes in hardware, electrical, consumables and expendables, licensed products, and value-added services for global OEM and aftermarket customers. FDH is headquartered in Commerce, California, and has operations across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. FDH Aero - named a Best Places to Work in Aviation in 2024 - has locations in 14 countries across the globe, with more than 1,500 best-in-industry employees and over 650,000 square feet of inventory space.


FDH is headquartered in Commerce, California, and has operations across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. FDH Aero - named a Best Places to Work in Aviation in 2024 - has locations in 14 countries across the globe, with more than 1,500 best-in-industry employees and over 650,000 square feet of inventory space.


Why Work Here?

At FDH Aero, we understand that the strength of our brand comes from our people.

We invest in driven, diverse and experienced professionals who are naturally curious, courageous and motivated towards action. We value tempering confidence with humility, and a mission that always starts with service-first.

Our values guide everything we do:


We Are Service First - We act with agility and intelligence to solve our partner's most pressing needs. We safeguard our trusted relationships by communicating with clarity and unmatched follow through.


We Are Respectful - We behave with dignity, fairness, and acceptance. We thrive by prioritizing empathy, humility, and connection to our collective community.


We are Amplifiers - We invest in driven, diverse and experienced professionals, businesses and partners. We fuel the entrepreneurial spirit by providing autonomy, authority and a clear mission.

We Are Open-Minded - We communicate with intention, curiosity, and diversity of thought. By actively contributing with courage and candor, we challenge the status quo and innovate together.

We Are Accountable - We own responsibility for our outcomes. We set expectations, embrace critique, and empower every employee to take immediate actions on challenges they encounter.


We Value Our People - That's why we offer competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), 401k matching, and wellness programs. We invest in training, mentorship, and career development to empower our employees to reach their full potential. Our commitment to culture and excellence has earned us recognition as one of Aviation Business News' Best Places to Work in Aviation.


As a team member at FDH Aero you are trusted to deliver, to innovate, and to drive next-generation solutions for tomorrow's supply chain demands. Ready to make an impact? We proudly pursue top talent with a diverse and global set of experiences and backgrounds.


We Are Looking For

The Quality Engineer III will lead, implement, and continuously improve quality control systems to ensure standards are established, achieved, and maintained across the organization. This role serves as the primary quality interface with internal and external stakeholders, including customers and suppliers, ensuring compliance with Company, Industry, and Customer standards. The Quality Engineer III will drive corrective actions, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives while mentoring and guiding the broader quality team.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Oversees corrective action activities (internal, customer, supplier), leads Corrective Action Board meetings, prepares QLR reporting, and serves as a central quality point across regions
• Maintains and improves work instructions and operating procedures, develops Technical Inspection Plans, and creates guided training videos to ensure compliance and operational consistency
• Lead internal, registrar, and customer audits, including audit planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up
• Manage calibration programs, PFMEA backlog, and upkeep, ensuring processes remain current and effective
• Support sites during transition into FDH Aero QMS (FW, China), providing guidance and ensuring operational compliance
• Serve as a subject matter expert in quality methodologies including Voice of Customer (VOC), Measurement Systems Assessment (MSA), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA), Cause & Effect (C&E), and Control Parameter Management (CPM)
• Establish clear criteria to measure supplier performance; recommend and implement corrective actions, audits, or recognition programs
• Facilitate resolution of supplier and customer quality issues, leading root cause analysis and implementation of effective countermeasures
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior quality engineers and cross-functional team members to drive knowledge sharing and consistent application of quality standards.
• Communicate quality performance metrics and improvement initiatives to leadership and stakeholders
• Regularly report on internal and external quality performance, including First Time Quality metrics, defect rates, and process improvements
• Participate in and drive continuous improvement initiatives across sites, focusing on operational excellence, cost reduction, and enhanced customer satisfaction
• Ensure a high level of internal and external customer service by investigating and resolving customer issues and complaints
• Perform other duties as assigned, demonstrating accountability, reliability, responsiveness, and strong teamwork

What You Bring (Qualifications & Skills):

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Structural, Systems, or related field from an Accredited Institution
• 5+ years in distribution, manufacturing, or supply chain; aerospace quality systems experience preferred
• 3+ years of proven experience leading audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement projects
• Advanced understanding and interpretation of engineering technical data, including manufacturing or part drawings
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, problem solving, organizational, project management, and decision-making abilities
• Deep knowledge of internal and external customer requirements with a high attention to detail in resolving findings
• Knowledge of aerospace quality standards and regulatory compliance
• Proficient with MS 365 Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) for reporting and analysis
• Accountable, reliable, responsive, and a strong team player who can lead by example

Special Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
• ITAR requirement
• 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A "U.S. person" according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR


FDH Aero is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.