Quality Engineer

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Job Description :

Airbus Commercial is looking for a Quality Engineer to join our Quality team in Miami, Florida.

The Quality Engineer provides engineering support for production and inspection processes, including inspection standards, methods and procedures, ensures the conformity of hose assemblies and components, manages root cause analysis and corrective actions, and drives continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.

Meet The Team :

From building to servicing the next generation of aerospace, our team focuses on quality, productivity and efficiency. We ensure the highest quality of care and safety is built into each aircraft we assemble and maintain. Our team members make it happen.

Your Working Environment :

Our Miami site is located close to downtown Miami and only 10 miles from Miami International Airport (MIA). This location supports all of our Americas customers, but is crucial to our Latin American operations due to its close proximity to Latin America and the Caribbean. This site manufactures about 38,000 certified Eaton hose assemblies a year. Additionally, our Miami site is the home of the regional FAA-145 repair station, which was established in March of 2017.

How We Care for You :

Financial Rewards : Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ( ESOP )

Work / Life Balance : Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.

Health & Welfare : Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ( EAP ) and other supplemental benefit coverages.

Individual Development : Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

Your Challenges :

Primary Responsibilities (90%) :

Ensure all manufacturing and inspection processes comply with FAA regulations, Part 21, TSO, EATON ACES requirements , and company procedures.

Support the development (review, approval and implementation) of process documentation, inspection plans, and test procedures for hose assemblies and subcomponents.

Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) per AS9102 requirements and ensure conformance to drawings, specifications, and process standards.

Support supplier quality management, including supplier qualification, source inspections, and incoming material review.

Translate aerospace design requirements into robust process controls across development & production

Plan and implement QA measures for aircraft hose manufacturing

Conduct risk assessments (FMEA, control plans) and drive root cause analysis & corrective action plans ensuring effective implementation and follow-up actions.

Collaborate and support internal & external audits, inspections and approvals, and maintain audit-ready documentation

Collaborate closely with Production and Quality teams to improve yield and reduce failures

Improve quality metrics (defect rates, scrap, rework, etc.)

Report quality metrics, trends and lead continuous improvement initiatives

Define and maintain training concept for the hose manufacturing process and maintaining the training documentation

Be the interface between the manufacturing organization and the design organization to establish a very good understanding of the design requirements within Satair

Additional Responsibilities :

Other duties as assigned (10%)

Your Boarding Pass :

Bachelors degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field or combination of education and experience.

7 years of experience as a Product Quality Engineer or equivalent role in an FAA-regulated environment (Part 21, Part 145, or Part 23 / 25 supplier) which include :

Experience with AS9100 quality systems, FAA audits, First Article Inspection (AS9102), and supplier quality management.

Exposure to configuration management, design data control, and process validation in a regulatory environment.

Knowledge and experience in root cause analysis Proven experience with root cause analysis, corrective & preventive actions, and continuous improvement tools and initiatives.

Preferred :

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) preferred

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification preferred

Completion of FAA or industry training in Part 21 Manufacturing, TSO Authorization, or Conformity Inspection Procedures is preferred

Direct experience with TSO authorization processes and aerospace hose assembly manufacturing is highly preferred.

Travel Required :

5% Domestic and International

Citizenship :

Authorized to work in the United States without current or future need for visa sponsorship.

Clearance :

none

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities :

Comprehensive understanding of FAA Part 21 Subpart O, 14 CFR Part 43, and TSO manufacturing requirements.

Knowledge of AS9100D, ISO 9001, AS9102 (FAI) standards.

Familiarity with aerospace materials, fittings, and hose assembly standards such as SAE AS1339, AS1424, or MIL-DTL-8794.

Ability to lead cross-functional teams through nonconformance investigations and process improvement projects.

Demonstrated success in maintaining regulatory compliance and passing FAA, AS9100 and certification body audits such as NADCAP.

Strong sense of accountability, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, production-oriented aerospace environment.

Technically knowledgeable and capable of grasping detailed engineering and quality concepts.

Ability to analyze inspection findings, and determine best case analysis.

PC literacy, including word processing, spreadsheets and databases.

Technical Systems Proficiency :

Quality Management Systems (QMS) AS9100D / ISO 9001 framework.

Ability to understand and read complex blueprints (drawings), schematics & Component Maintenance Manuals.

Be familiar with aircraft sub-systems, components, associated equipment and technical documentation systems.

Familiar with work-related routines under Satairs ERP system.

Familiar with SAP programs.

Physical Requirements :

Ability to work in a manufacturing and inspection environment with occasional exposure to noise, fluids, and assembly equipment.

Vision : able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.

Hearing : able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.

Speaking : able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.

Sitting : able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.

Standing : able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor.

Travel : able to travel independently

Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents) : able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.

Personal Protective Equipment required : Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators / Masks, and / or Protective Gloves as required by site and / or customer site

Administrative position only PPE required : Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visit, appropriate hearing / eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.

A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company : Satair USA, Inc.

Employment Type : US - Direct Hire

Experience Level : Professional

Remote Type : On-site

Job Family :

Quality Management System

Job Posting End Date :

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