{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8d87b3fba7dde6ab1f96cfa1","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8d87b3fba7dde6ab1f96cfa1","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8d87b3fba7dde6ab1f96cfa1","title":"Lead Quality Engineer","description":"Overview\nIndustry: Aerospace/Defense\n\nPosition: Lead Quality Engineer\n\nLocation: Evendale, OH\n\nDuration: 18 months - possibly 2 years\n\nFrequency: Full-time\n\nPay Range: $55.00-$60.00 B.O.E.\n\nAbout the Role\n\nWe are seeking a self‑driven, highly skilled Lead Quality Engineer to serve as the primary onsite leader for First Article Inspection (FAI) Creation. This role is critical to completing onsite FAI data population, validating legacy inspection records, coordinating QE workflows, and preparing assemblies for final inspection.\n\nThe ideal candidate is a strong leader , a natural problem solver , and an individual who thrives in environments where documentation is incomplete, workflows need structure, and cross‑functional coordination is essential. This person will also train and develop additional QE resources using a structured train‑the‑trainer model .\n\nWhat You’ll Lead\n\nOnsite Execution\n\nLead all onsite activities including:\n\nRetrieval and validation of legacy inspection data\n\nCompletion of master specification requirements\n\nPhysical file and record reviews\n\nPre‑inspection readiness and workflow coordination\n\nEnsure FAI data is accurate, complete, and aligned with customer requirements.\n\nServe as the onsite point of contact for the customer and Verify team.\n\nTraining & Team Development\n\nTrain incoming QE resources using the project’s train‑the‑trainer onboarding model .\n\nWork with onsite personnel to translate tribal knowledge and undocumented workflows into clear, repeatable processes and deliverables.\n\nEnsure all QE team members understand FAI workflows, inspection requirements, and documentation standards.\n\nProblem Solving & Issue Resolution\n\nIdentify gaps in historical FAI documentation and drive resolution.\n\nWork with onsite team to troubleshoot system access issues, system limitations, and workflow bottlenecks.\n\nSupport mitigation strategies related to constraints, onsite access, and inspection readiness.\n\nQuality & Compliance Support\n\nEnsure compliance and validation of historical inspection data before incorporation into FAIRs.\n\nEnsure alignment with customer requirements, compliance expectations, and governance.\n\nSupport standardization of workflows for FAI execution, peer review, and signoff.\n\nCross‑Functional Coordination\n\nMaintain QE cadence meetings and weekly reporting.\n\nCommunicate progress, risks, and resource needs to Verify and customer leadership.\n\nCollaborate with remote teams to ensure seamless handoff of FAI data deliverables.\n\nWhat You Bring\n\nStrong background in Quality Engineering , FAI , inspection planning , or aerospace manufacturing .\n\nProven ability to lead teams , train others , and manage complex workflows .\n\nExperience with FAI software platforms , FAIR processes, or digital inspection systems (or ability to learn quickly).\n\nAbility to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T and inspection data.\n\nStrong analytical and problem‑solving skills; able to work independently with minimal oversight.\n\nExcellent communication skills and comfort working across functions.\n\nPreferred Experience\n\nFAA/DOD FAI requirements\n\nLegacy FAI reconstruction or incomplete documentation environments\n\nCMM inspection workflows or manual inspection experience\n\nKey Competencies\n\nLeadership & team development\n\nSelf‑direction & ownership\n\nProblem solving & critical thinking\n\nFAI workflow understanding\n\nInspection & documentation accuracy\n\nCross‑functional communication\n\nAbility to standardize and teach processes\n\n\"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, political affiliation, marital status, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Verify, Inc. will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.\"\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Verify","rawCompany":"verify","city":"Evendale","state":"OH","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-06-18T03:23:45.341Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3051.01","title":"Quality Control Systems Managers","slug":"quality-control-systems-managers"},{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"},{"code":"19-4099.01","title":"Quality Control Analysts","slug":"quality-control-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"},{"code":"336413","title":"Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-aircraft-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Lead Quality Engineer","description":"Overview\nIndustry: Aerospace/Defense\n\nPosition: Lead Quality Engineer\n\nLocation: Evendale, OH\n\nDuration: 18 months - possibly 2 years\n\nFrequency: Full-time\n\nPay Range: $55.00-$60.00 B.O.E.\n\nAbout the Role\n\nWe are seeking a self‑driven, highly skilled Lead Quality Engineer to serve as the primary onsite leader for First Article Inspection (FAI) Creation. This role is critical to completing onsite FAI data population, validating legacy inspection records, coordinating QE workflows, and preparing assemblies for final inspection.\n\nThe ideal candidate is a strong leader , a natural problem solver , and an individual who thrives in environments where documentation is incomplete, workflows need structure, and cross‑functional coordination is essential. This person will also train and develop additional QE resources using a structured train‑the‑trainer model .\n\nWhat You’ll Lead\n\nOnsite Execution\n\nLead all onsite activities including:\n\nRetrieval and validation of legacy inspection data\n\nCompletion of master specification requirements\n\nPhysical file and record reviews\n\nPre‑inspection readiness and workflow coordination\n\nEnsure FAI data is accurate, complete, and aligned with customer requirements.\n\nServe as the onsite point of contact for the customer and Verify team.\n\nTraining & Team Development\n\nTrain incoming QE resources using the project’s train‑the‑trainer onboarding model .\n\nWork with onsite personnel to translate tribal knowledge and undocumented workflows into clear, repeatable processes and deliverables.\n\nEnsure all QE team members understand FAI workflows, inspection requirements, and documentation standards.\n\nProblem Solving & Issue Resolution\n\nIdentify gaps in historical FAI documentation and drive resolution.\n\nWork with onsite team to troubleshoot system access issues, system limitations, and workflow bottlenecks.\n\nSupport mitigation strategies related to constraints, onsite access, and inspection readiness.\n\nQuality & Compliance Support\n\nEnsure compliance and validation of historical inspection data before incorporation into FAIRs.\n\nEnsure alignment with customer requirements, compliance expectations, and governance.\n\nSupport standardization of workflows for FAI execution, peer review, and signoff.\n\nCross‑Functional Coordination\n\nMaintain QE cadence meetings and weekly reporting.\n\nCommunicate progress, risks, and resource needs to Verify and customer leadership.\n\nCollaborate with remote teams to ensure seamless handoff of FAI data deliverables.\n\nWhat You Bring\n\nStrong background in Quality Engineering , FAI , inspection planning , or aerospace manufacturing .\n\nProven ability to lead teams , train others , and manage complex workflows .\n\nExperience with FAI software platforms , FAIR processes, or digital inspection systems (or ability to learn quickly).\n\nAbility to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T and inspection data.\n\nStrong analytical and problem‑solving skills; able to work independently with minimal oversight.\n\nExcellent communication skills and comfort working across functions.\n\nPreferred Experience\n\nFAA/DOD FAI requirements\n\nLegacy FAI reconstruction or incomplete documentation environments\n\nCMM inspection workflows or manual inspection experience\n\nKey Competencies\n\nLeadership & team development\n\nSelf‑direction & ownership\n\nProblem solving & critical thinking\n\nFAI workflow understanding\n\nInspection & documentation accuracy\n\nCross‑functional communication\n\nAbility to standardize and teach processes\n\n\"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, political affiliation, marital status, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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