Aerospace Quality Engineer – Level 2

Company Background & Position Summary

Vivace is an innovative aerospace and defense engineering and manufacturing company specializing in the design, development, manufacture, and testing of integrated spaceflight systems, aerostructures, precision tooling, and advanced aerospace components. Located within NASA's Michoud Assembly Facility, Vivace supports some of the world's most advanced commercial aerospace, defense, and space programs through engineering excellence, manufacturing expertise, and a commitment to mission success.

Vivace is entering an exciting period of accelerated growth, operational expansion, and organizational development. The Human Resources team plays a critical role in supporting this growth by building strong leaders, developing scalable people processes, and creating an engaging, high-performance culture.

The Level 2 Aerospace Quality Engineer is a mid-level role responsible for independently supporting and driving quality assurance initiatives across aerospace manufacturing and engineering operations. This position ensures compliance with regulatory, customer, and industry standards while leading problem-solving, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action activities. The role partners closely with engineering, production, and suppliers to enhance product quality, reduce defects, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Lead the implementation, monitoring, and improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and applicable aerospace regulations.
• Conduct and lead inspections, audits, and process verifications to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Perform detailed root cause analysis and lead corrective/preventive action (RCCA/CAPA) activities to prevent recurrence of issues.
• Support and make recommendations in Material Review Board (MRB) activities for nonconforming hardware.
• Manage quality documentation, including First Article Inspections (FAIs) per AS9102, Nonconformance Reports (NCRs), and audit findings.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality concerns, improve supplier performance, and ensure compliance with aerospace standards.
• Monitor, analyze, and report key quality metrics (yield, defect rates, escapes, cost of poor quality) and drive improvement projects.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and inspectors.
• Act as a liaison with customers and regulatory agencies during audits and inspections.