Quality Engineer II

Job Title: Quality Engineer II Pay Rate: 45/hr. Location: Huntsville, AL Area Code: 256 ZIP Code: 35811 Start Date: Right Away Keywords: #HuntsvilleJobs #QualityEngineerJobs; Benefits: On the job training, with cross training for other skilled positions and opportunities for advancement. The aerospace business is growing and we are continually training and promoting up from within.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement savings options, tuition reimbursement, performance increases and career advancement. Award winning team with exceptional work environment.
• Six Paid Statutory Holidays after 90 days probationary period.
• One Week Paid Vacation Bonus after six months / 1960 regular hours.
• Weekly pay by direct deposit.
• Performance Reviews (and compensation reviews)

Job Description: Primary Responsibilities and Scope The Quality Engineer is accountable for execution and follow-through of quality engineering work. This role focuses on doing the work-data collection, analysis, documentation, and coordination-while building experience, judgment, and technical depth for progression into senior quality engineering roles. Quality Engineering Execution

• Executes assigned quality engineering activities in support of manufacturing, repair, and support processes
• Applies defined quality tools and methods to monitor process performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Supports implementation of control plans, inspection strategies, and risk mitigations defined by senior quality leadership
• Ensures quality requirements are properly reflected in daily operations

Data Collection, Analysis, and Reporting

• Collects, analyzes, and trends quality data related to defects, nonconformances, yields, and customer issues
• Prepares charts, summaries, and reports to support problem solving and management review discussions
• Identifies abnormal trends or emerging risks and escalates them appropriately
• Maintains accuracy, traceability, and integrity of quality engineering data

Nonconformance and Corrective Action Support

• Supports root cause analysis and corrective action activities led by Senior Quality Engineers
• Documents problem statements, data analysis, corrective actions, and effectiveness checks
• Tracks corrective action progress to closure and verifies implementation at the process level
• Ensures lessons learned are captured and communicated

Manufacturing and Engineering Support

• Works closely with Manufacturing and Engineering teams to address day-to-day quality issues
• Supports evaluation of process changes, deviations, and engineering changes for quality impact
• Assists in resolving producibility, repeatability, and workmanship issues
• Acts as a quality point of contact for assigned areas or processes

Customer and Audit Support

• Supports customer quality activities, including data preparation, issue investigation, and response development
• Assists with customer, certification body, and internal audits by preparing evidence and responding to findings related to assigned processes
• Ensures quality engineering records comply with QMS and regulatory requirements

Continuous Improvement

• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect reduction, variation control, and process stability
• Applies basic Lean and Six Sigma concepts under guidance from senior team members
• Contributes to process standardization and documentation improvements

Expected Skills for Success Hard Skills:

• Working knowledge of AS9100-based Quality Management Systems
• Familiarity with basic SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, Pareto analysis, and trend analysis
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
• Competence in data collection, analysis, and technical documentation
• Proficiency with common quality and data tools

Soft Skills:

• Strong work ethic and ownership mindset
• Curiosity and desire to learn aerospace processes and regulatory expectations
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
• Clear communicator who raises issues early and asks questions
• Receptive to coaching and feedback

Qualifications

• Bachelor"s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience
• Typically 2-5+ years of experience in quality, manufacturing, engineering, or a related technical role
• Exposure to aerospace or regulated manufacturing environments preferred
• Formal quality certifications are a plus but not required

Organizational Impact The Quality Engineer plays a critical role in keeping the quality system moving day-to-day. While the role does not set strategy or policy, its effectiveness directly impacts defect containment, corrective action throughput, process stability, and the ability of senior quality leaders to focus on systemic risk and prevention. If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.