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AAR

Aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions provider

Quality Engineer

Quality EngineeringUpdated on Nov 11
Full-timeUnited StatesNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree from a four-year college or university, or eight years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • At least five years of quality assurance experience or equivalent in aerospace manufacturing and/or maintenance operations.
  • Experience and working knowledge of ISO 9001, AS 9100/9110/9120, FAA 14 CFR Parts 21, 43, 65, and 145, EASA requirements, and U.S. Department of Defense regulations, including FARs, DLADs, and DFARs.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing under stress.
  • Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the facility as required.
  • Ability to adapt to a traditional business environment and office setting.
  • Must have U.S. person status and satisfy the employer’s E-Verify eligibility confirmation.

Responsibilities

  • Review and address supplier performance, initiate internal audits to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and quality standards, and initiate and oversee continual improvement events and corrective actions.
  • Maintain accurate supplier-performance data in the Non-Conformance Reporting system and Product Conformity and On-Time Delivery systems for tracking, reporting, and maintaining supplier performance, including supplier development and improvement actions.
  • Create PowerPoint presentations and hold meetings related to supplier performance.
  • Issue, maintain, and follow up on internal and supplier Corrective Action Requests.
  • Validate product conformity to approved engineering drawings.
  • Coordinate with suppliers’ quality departments to disposition nonconforming product.
  • Review First Article Inspection Reports in accordance with AS9102 and ensure surplus-parts traceability requirements are met.
  • Support receiving, in-process, and final inspection activities and/or personnel to ensure product quality is maintained.
  • Investigate and provide root-cause and corrective action for quality escapes, aircraft damage events, and safety issues for business units as required.
  • Assist business-unit quality-system managers in constructing, writing, and revising quality- and safety-system documents to support business needs, including ISO, AS, and FAA requirements.
  • Participate in the planning, execution, and follow-up of internal audits.
  • Participate in the execution and follow-up of third-party and customer audits.

Desired Qualifications

  • FAA Inspection Authorization certification.
  • FAA Designee credential.
  • ASQ Certified Quality Auditor certification.

About the Company

AAR

Aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions provider

AAR provides aftermarket aerospace and defense solutions, including repair, parts, logistics, and maintenance services for commercial and government customers. It leverages a global network and a team of technicians to deliver timely, compliant support through standardized repair and supply-chain processes. The company differentiates itself with a 70-year track record, international reach, a strong focus on safety and quality, and recognized culture and industry accolades. Its goal is to be a trusted, reliable partner for aerospace and defense aftermarket needs worldwide, offering cost-effective services that meet high safety and service standards.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Wood Dale, IL
Founded
1951

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