Senior Quality Engineer

Overview

The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for leading and coordinating quality assurance activities, including Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), inspection investigations, Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA), First Article Inspections (FAIs), Nonconformance Reports (NCRs), and supplier quality issues. This role collaborates closely with cross-functional teams and serves as a key point of contact for customers, ensuring quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations are consistently met.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate containment of nonconforming material and document results.
• Develop ICAs, CCAs, SIPs, and other quality improvement tools.
• Support QRB meetings and shop floor quality investigations.
• Manage customer returns, RMAs, and RCCA documentation.
• Create and maintain NCRs and quality records in QCBD.
• Deliver quality training and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct internal QMS audits and support compliance efforts.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for customer FAI requirements.
• Assist with gage calibration and MRB activities.
• Perform First Article Inspections per AS9102, including Forms 1, 2, and 3 for completion and knowledge of customer specific requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in a machine, weld, precision sheet metal, or assembly shop.
• Must have experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, and AS9102.
• Experience with of GD&T and MRP/ERP systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to use calibration and dimensional measuring equipment.
• Proficient in Net Inspect software.
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to use a computer and other office equipment.

Working Conditions

• This position is based in a manufacturing environment where the use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is mandatory. Employees may be exposed to moderate to high noise levels and other typical manufacturing conditions.

EEO Statement: Atlas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

ITAR Statement: This role may involve access to export-controlled information or technology; individuals in this position must meet the definition of a "U.S. Person" under ITAR, 22 C.F.R. § 120.62. Eligibility will be verified as a condition of employment, and employees are required to follow all applicable export control requirements and company policies.