Lead Quality Engineer

This role blends hands-on Quality Control leadership with strategic Quality Management System engineering, supporting the production of high-precision ceramic components for next-generation aerospace engines. You will lead QC teams, uphold AS9100 standards, and drive continuous improvement across two manufacturing sites.

• Lead front-line QC operations across Burlington and Cleveland, ensuring consistent execution, shift coverage, and on-time inspections.
• Monitor daily workloads, redistribute resources across sites, and assist with inspections when needed to keep production flowing smoothly.
• Own key QC metrics including yield, defects, rework, and turnaround time-using data to inform priorities and drive improvement.
• Collaborate with planning and engineering teams to set QC priorities aligned with shipping targets and operational goals.
• Establish clear expectations for QC technicians, conduct regular performance reviews, and implement corrective or coaching measures.
• Develop and maintain structured Level 1-3 QC technician qualifications-including training, skills assessments, and progression paths.
• Standardize inspection methods and documentation to ensure consistent decision-making across both sites.
• Communicate inspection findings, nonconformances, and process issues to engineering, production, and repair teams.
• Support and improve the AS9100-aligned QMS, including internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
• Contribute to change management, new product introduction, and process validation from a QMS perspective.
• Provide QMS training and guidance across departments and levels.
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Lead quality for cutting-edge manufacturingStep into a high-visibility role driving QC leadership

• Must meet U.S. Person requirements under export control regulations.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, Aerospace Engineering, or similar-or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 3-5+ years of experience in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, ceramics, or other highly regulated production environments.
• Proven leadership experience within QC, inspection, or manufacturing; multi-site oversight experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of dimensional inspection, NDT methods, and precision measurement tools.
• Skilled in GD&T, CAD platforms, and comfortable working within PLM/ECO systems.
• Fluent in creating and maintaining SOPs, work instructions, and inspection documentation.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to identify trends and resolve systemic issues.
• Certifications such as CQE or CQA are helpful but not required.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, working in PPE, and navigating lab/production environments.

Our client is a rapidly scaling advanced manufacturing company developing specialized components for highly regulated, high-performance applications. Their technology is recognized as industry-shaping, with a mission centered on precision, innovation, and environmental impact reduction.

• Opportunity to lead quality operations for advanced manufacturing supporting next-generation aerospace technology.
• Work in a rapidly growing environment where processes, teams, and systems are still being developed and shaped.
• High visibility and influence across both tactical QC operations and strategic QMS initiatives.
• Collaborative culture with strong cross-functional interaction between engineering, operations, and leadership.
• Competitive compensation package that includes bonus eligibility, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.