Red 6

Hardware Quality Engineer

Red 6

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • Colorado

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Salary

💰 $110,000 - $140,000 per year

Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

Tech Stack

ERP

About the role

  • Develop and maintain quality plans, inspection criteria, and control documentation per AS9100 and AS9145
  • Support APQP activities including risk assessments, process flow diagrams, control plans, FMEAs, and PPAP submissions
  • Ensure product and process compliance with customer, regulatory, and industry requirements
  • Interface with internal teams, customers, and suppliers to clarify and enforce quality requirements
  • Define and execute validation/verification test plans for aerospace hardware and components
  • Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to design, quality, and reliability requirements
  • Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (RCCA / 8D methodology)
  • Perform supplier audits and assessments aligned with AS9100/AS9145 and review/approve supplier PPAP and process validation packages
  • Support implementation of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies and analyze quality data to reduce defects and improve yields
  • Champion initiatives for risk reduction and product reliability improvement

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related field)
  • 5+ years of quality engineering experience in the aerospace industry
  • Strong knowledge of AS9100D standards and experience with AS9145 (APQP/PPAP) methodologies
  • Proficiency in GD&T, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and SPC
  • Experience conducting root cause analysis and managing corrective actions (e.g., 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone)
  • Strong communication skills to interface with cross-functional teams, customers, and suppliers
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
  • This position may require a security clearance; to obtain clearance, employees must show proof of US Citizenship
  • Preferred: ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent certification
  • Preferred: Knowledge of MIL-Standards, FAA regulations and NADCAP requirements
  • Preferred: Experience with advanced inspection methods (CMM, non-destructive testing, etc.)
  • Preferred: Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
  • Preferred: Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and leadership skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly regulated aerospace environment