Senior Quality Engineer - Aerospace
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We are seeking an experienced Quality Control and Assurance Lead to oversee our aerospace manufacturing operations, specifically focusing on Nadcap special processes. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring that all production processes meet stringent aerospace quality and safety standards. This position involves implementing quality control policies, conducting audits, leading a team of quality assurance professionals, and collaborating with engineering and production teams to identify best practices and areas for improvement.
Preferred Profile- Candidates currently based in Bangalore are preferred
- Kannada language proficiency will be an added advantage
- Experience: 5-10 Years
- Work from office-5 Days
- Work From Office
- Monday to Friday
- Working Hours: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Cab Facility
- Canteen Facility
- Round 1: Virtual Interview
- Round 2: Face-to-Face Interview
- Ensure compliance with PPAP control plans and quality procedures.
- Maintain adherence to AS9100, ISO 9001, AS13100 and other customer-specific aviation requirements.
- Maintain adherence to NADCAP for Fluid distribution Systems and welding and other customer-specific aviation requirements.
- Identify, develop, and implement quality improvement and monitoring processes for product conformity.
- Prepare and manage First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
- Conduct Process Capability Studies within the FAI stage (Cp, Cpk, GR&R, MSA).
- Implement in-process quality checks and mistake-proofing techniques (e.g, gauge & position controls).
- Review and update Control Plans, PFMEA, and Work Instructions at the FAI stage.
- Investigate and address non-conformances (NCRs) and define permanent corrective actions.
- Implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) for process stability.
- Promote best practices to reduce waste, cost, and defects.
- Performance monitoring of self and the Quality team
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance plans, procedures, and policies.
- Conduct regular quality audits and assessments to ensure compliance with Nadcap requirements as well as internal quality standards.
- Analyze quality data and performance metrics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide training and support to team members on quality practices, standards, and methodologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and ensure effective corrective actions are implemented.
- Act as a liaison with external auditors and regulatory bodies during quality assessments and audits.
- Prepare detailed reports regarding quality performance and compliance status for management review.
- Bachelors Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or equivalent).
- 5-8 years of experience in Aerospace Manufacturing Quality.
- Strong working knowledge of AS9100, NADCAP, ISO 9001, FAA, and EASA regulations.
- Hands-on expertise in CMM, GD&T, SPC, NDT, and related quality tools.
- Proficiency in Quality tools such as 8D, 5-Why, DMAIC, and PFMEA.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders.