Customer Quality Engineer II, III

Woodward, Inc.

Customer Quality Engineer involved in quality assurance processes and problem resolution in aerospace manufacturing. Collaborating with various departments to enhance product quality and compliance standards.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRockford • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Aerospace Quality Assurance, including the development and implementation of quality assurance plans that ensure compliance with industry standards. Proficient in leading quality improvement projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and process efficiency.

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Aerospace Quality AssuranceAPQP Aligned With AS9145NPI Project ExecutionDFMEAPFMEA

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Hard Skills

Quality Assurance ProcessesData AnalysisProblem-Solving TechniquesQuality Metrics DocumentationControl PlanMSACapability AnalysisPPAP

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCollaborationGuidance and Support

Industry Keywords

AerospaceRegulated ManufacturingRCCAsQuality Improvement Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implements and monitors quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure product standards are consistently met.
Identifies and resolves quality related issues by analyzing data and applying technical expertise and judgment.
Provides informal guidance and support to new team members to enhance their understanding of quality protocols and practices.
Collaborates with engineering, production, and other departments to improve product quality and process efficiency.
Documents and communicates quality metrics, findings, and improvement recommendations to relevant stakeholders.
Develop and implement comprehensive quality assurance plans to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Identify, analyze, and resolve complex quality issues by leveraging advanced problem-solving techniques and multi-source information.
Lead small scale quality improvement projects, coordinating resources and managing timelines to achieve project objectives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology related field
3-5 years in Aerospace Quality or regulated manufacturing, technology related field
Previous experience in customer-facing role, leading RCCAs with cross-functional teams
NPI project execution
Strong background in Aerospace APQP aligned with AS9145
Familiar with leading DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, capability analysis, and PPAP
6-8+ years in Aerospace Quality or regulated manufacturing, technology related field for Level III positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts, Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave.