Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Engineer
Pay Rate: $70,000-$85,000 yearly (40 hours per week)
Location: Rockford, IL 61016
Area Code: 779
Shift: 1st
Hire Type: Direct, full-time, full benefits

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Job Overview
Belcan is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Engineer to join our aerospace team in Rockford, IL. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in aerospace manufacturing and quality engineering. The position focuses on maintaining and enhancing quality standards in manufacturing processes and products while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities
*Track, document, and manage non-conforming hardware using appropriate quality tools.
*Review and approve Vendor Operation Sheets to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
*Develop and maintain professional relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders to address quality concerns and improve processes.
*Contribute to the development and implementation of Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA).
*Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) activities, including assessing non-conformances, making disposition decisions, and coordinating corrective actions.
*Engage in Manufacturing Process Reviews, Controlled Builds, and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities.

Core Qualifications
*Bachelor"s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in aerospace quality engineering.
*Experience with MRB processes, Manufacturing Process Reviews, and non-conformance management.
*Familiarity with PFMEA, PPAP, and other quality tools and systems.
*Strong root cause analysis and corrective action implementation (RCCA) capabilities.
*In-depth knowledge of ISO and AS9100 quality standards, as well as manufacturing processes, blueprints, and specifications.
*Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.

Desired Skills
*Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking and reporting.
*Experience with systems such as SAP, Team Center, Solumina, and/or DIOS.
*AS9100 REV-D Internal Audit certification is an asset.
*Familiarity with Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) principles and practices.

Belcan provides a competitive pay and benefits package. Benefits offered MAY include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and paid leave required by law. Salary guidelines for similar roles at Belcan are $70,000-$85,000 yearly. Guidelines vary based on many factors including but not limited to education, qualifications, experience, discipline, geographic location, market, and business considerations.

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