JOB TITLE: Quality Assurance Engineer - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Grand Prairie, TX
PAY RATE: $71.92/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Clearance: Ability to obtain a clearance (not required to start).
Shift: 4/10A 1st Shift
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Plans, organizes, directs, and reports on all supplier quality activities related to raw materials, packaging, GMP service providers, contract manufacturers, and laboratories to ensure fulfillment of contractual and purchase order requirements.
Ensures control of supplier nonconforming items, conducts analyses, and monitors corrective action effectiveness.
Develops, applies, and maintains quality evaluation systems and protocols for processing materials into finished or partially finished products.
Collaborates with internal teams and external suppliers to uphold quality standards, performs source inspections, audits suppliers and subcontractors, and ensures compliance with corporate and government requirements.
Manages supplier qualifications, reviews certifications, and supports continuous improvement initiatives through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
Requirements:
Ability to obtain a clearance (not required to start).
Bachelors degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Experience developing and reviewing quality standards, procedures, and control plans.
Proficient in D/PFMEA, procedure compliance assessments, and process/product audits.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
Knowledge of inspection methods for electronic circuit cards and electro-mechanical assemblies.
Experience managing nonconforming materials (MRB).
Skilled in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions using 8D, 5-Why, FMEA, and related tools.
Understanding of AS9100 Quality Management Systems and AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements.
Experience with supplier quality assurance/control and DoD customers.
Strong project management and multitasking skills.
Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and presentation abilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Project, Visio).
Familiar with special processes and supplier management best practices.
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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