Quality Engineer

Akkodis is seeking a Quality Engineer for a client located in Grand Prairie, TX 75052 with this position being Onsite.Salary Range: $95,000 - $120,000/year; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.Job Description:Job SummaryThe Quality Engineer is a member of the Quality Team with primary responsibilities for ensuring the quality and airworthiness of components and repairs carried out at the repair station (MRO). The role involves the development, management, and communication of quality assurance methodologies to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, with a key focus on FAA coordination and PMA-related regulatory documentation and compliance activities.Essential Job Functions:Serve as a primary quality point of contact with the FAA and other regulatory authorities for Part 145 activities, audits, surveillance, conformity inspections, and regulatory inquiriesLead preparation, review, and maintenance of FAA regulatory documentation, with particular emphasis on PMA-related documentation, data substantiation, conformity records, and approval support as applicable to MRO operationsCoordinate directly with FAA inspectors on quality and airworthiness matters, including audit preparation, corrective action responses, finding closure, and ongoing regulatory complianceEnsure PMA-related activities comply with applicable CFRs, FAA guidance, and internal quality management system requirements.Collaborate with various functions to ensure quality standards are established and adhered to on all processes, programs, maintenance/repair and throughout the supply chain.Use knowledge of electronic components, mechanical components and material used for production/repair of hardware to assess compliance with program requirements, contract, and engineering documentationDesign and analyze quality inspection and testing processes, conduct quality assurance auditsEnsure that corrective measures meet acceptable quality and reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements and perform follow-up verification for effectiveness of corrective measures.Conduct comprehensive root cause/corrective action on nonconformities; participate in Continuous Improvement activities:Perform customer interface and manage flow down of customer requirementsManage customer satisfaction from the quality perspectiveApprove manufacturing/repair documents & support all aspects of repair station qualityLiaise with the internal/external organizations/customers on quality issues and corrective actionsCollect and analyze data, and generate technical reports and presentationsResponsible for data integrity and process conformance to regulatory bodies like the FAA (Part 145), EASA (Part 145), and CAAC, as well as customer requirements and internal quality management systems (e.g., AS9100, AS9110).Interface with the FAA, third party regulators and other regulatory agencies during audits and address quality-related topics or issues.Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.Job Requirements:Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in engineering, statistics, quality or a related fieldA minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality or Engineering within an FAA/EASA regulated environment, with a preference for MRO operations experienceDemonstrated experience serving as a primary interface with the FAA and supporting regulatory audits, surveillance, and findings closureExperience preparing, reviewing, or supporting PMA documentation and regulatory data strongly preferredMust be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorshipKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:AS9100, AS9110, ISO9001, FAA, EASA, CAAC, Mil-Std working knowledgeKnowledge and experience in Safety Management Systems, APQP, Quality Auditing, Human Factors, First Article Inspections and Counterfeit Parts preventionThorough working knowledge with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen Events, and Continuous Improvement, SPC, and Six Sigma methodologiesExperience with problem solving methodology such as 5-why, A3 and 8DKnowledge of manufacturing structures, varied processes, operating practices, and operating budgets.Experience managing several projects simultaneouslySAP experience a plus If you feel this is not something that you are currently interested in but know of someone who might be, please share the details with them or let me know their details so I can reach out to them.Benefits include but are not limited to:401(k) with matchMedical insuranceDental InsuranceVision assistancePaid Time OffTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.akkodis.com/en/privacy-policy.The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:· The California Fair Chance Act· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance