Manufacturing quality engineering

Quality Engineer II — Chaska, MN

The Quality Engineer supports program quality initiatives and monitors quality performance for both the supply chain and internal development and production to ensure effective process control are employed. This role leads root cause analysis and corrective action activities, supports continuous improvement initiatives with the ability to present results to customer and senior management. The QE assists in supporting company goals for program quality and delivery targets.

Develop procedures from various industry and aerospace specifications

Investigate, assess, and resolve production problems in a team environment

Represent Quality for Programs / Customers

Review and approve component First Article Inspections (FAI)

Coordinate completion of customer FAI

Acceptance Data Package preparation / review

Support audits – customer & internal

Support customer inquiries, including warranty support requests, lead corrective action activities

Work internally and externally to develop risk analysis and mitigation plans

Promote the use of quality tools, SPC, PFMEA, and MSA to reduce variability

Provide guidance and training to internal personnel and suppliers on Corrective Action Requests, quality alerts, CAPA implementation, change control and root cause analysis

Maintain and continue to elevate relationships with business development, engineering, operations, customer service and other facets

Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal system requirements

Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field

4+ years of experience in a quality‑related function (new college hire acceptable)

Experience in data analysis and procedure writing

Ability to interpret Military, Commercial aircraft and Space level specifications and standards

Knowledge of special processes – critical finishes, chemical conversion, soldering, crimping, NDT and destructive analysis methods

Strong verbal/written communication skills for interactions with all levels of personnel, vendors, suppliers, customers

Strong computer literacy with MS Office and relevant systems

Interacts in a professional office environment and manufacturing/machine shop environment

Uses standard office equipment and required safety equipment

Full-time position – 8 hours, Monday to Friday; overtime and weekend work may be required

Up to 10% travel may be expected

Regularly required to stand, sit, walk and move around the facility

Full‑time position with a competitive compensation package, quarterly bonus, medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition aid, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays, compressed work week options.

Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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