Quality Engineer - Forging

United Employment Group , is an industry-specific search and placement firm.

We specialize in matching candidates and companies within the Forging, Foundry, Aluminum Extrusion and Metal Stamping industries.

Quality Engineer – Forging Key Responsibilities Compliance & Auditing: Serve as the subject matter expert for AS9100 Rev D and lead preparation for NADCAP audits (Heat Treat, NDT, or Materials Testing).

Process Control: Develop and review Fixed Process Projections (FPP) and Quality Plans to ensure forging sequences align with customer requirements.

Root Cause Analysis: Lead investigations into non-conformances using 8D, 5-Why, or Fishbone methodologies to implement robust corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Customer Liaison: Act as the primary technical point of contact for aerospace OEMs regarding quality issues, concessions, and First Article Inspections ( AS9102 ).

Continuous Improvement: Utilize Statistical Process Control (SPC) to monitor forging yields and reduce scrap/rework rates.

Supplier Quality: Occasionally audit raw material suppliers to ensure ingot chemistry and cleanliness meet aerospace standards.

Required Qualifications Experience: Minimum of 3+ years of quality engineering experience specifically within an aerospace forging environment.

Certification Knowledge: Deep familiarity with AS9100 standards and a proven track record with NADCAP special process audits.

Technical Skills: Proficient in reading complex blueprints, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), and interpreting metallurgical test reports.

Problem Solving: Strong background in formal Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) processes.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related technical field (preferred).

Preferred Attributes Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA).

Experience with forging-specific defects (e.g., laps, bursts, flow lines).

Familiarity with NDT methods (Ultrasonic, Magnetic Particle, or Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection).

For immediate consideration qualified applicants are encouraged to email their resume to: ; or call Bradley Stiles: Office: 61

CONFIDENTIALITY: United Employment Group has been established for more than 40 years and has a well- earned reputation for integrity.

We will not share your resume with a third party until we have discussed the position and the company with you, and received your expressed permission to proceed.