Quality Engineer at Ashton North LLC in Columbus, Mississippi

Posted in Other 3 days ago.

Type: full-time





Job Description:

Quality Engineers - Aerospace & Defense | Columbus, MS

Location: Columbus, MS 39701

Positions Available: 3

Salary: Up to $115,000

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Thursday (occasional evenings/weekends)

Precision. Performance. Mission Readiness.

Our client is hiring three experienced Quality Engineers to join our expanding team. If your background is in metal fabrication or electrical/electronic assemblies, and you're passionate about delivering mission-critical aerospace and defense systems to the highest standards, this is your next move.

What You'll Do:
  • Develop and maintain quality procedures, sampling plans, and inspection protocols.
  • Analyze data, prepare quality reports, and drive measurable improvements.
  • Review engineering drawings to identify key characteristics and critical items.
  • Inspect and test products to meet rigorous aerospace standards.
  • Participate in MRB, FAIs, Change Boards, and internal audits.
  • Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions.
  • Maintain QMS documentation compliant with AS9100, NADCAP, and customer requirements.
  • Audit suppliers, manage performance, and support supplier development.
  • Provide training and foster a culture of quality ownership and accountability.
  • Ensure compliance with IPC-620, WHMA-A-620C, J-STD-001, and other aerospace standards.

Focus Area Expertise:

Metal Fabrication Quality Engineers:
  • Aerospace/Military heavy metal fabrication
  • Precision machining with strong GD&T experience
  • AS9102 First Article Inspection expertise
  • Skilled in reading 2D/3D prints
  • Supplier quality development and audit experience

Electrical/Electronics Quality Engineers:
  • Aerospace electrical and electronic assembly background
  • Experience with wire harnesses and electronic assemblies
  • Deep familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection

Required Qualifications:
  • B.S. in Engineering or a related field
  • Proven experience in aerospace or defense quality engineering
  • Deep knowledge of AS9100, NADCAP, and ISO-based quality systems
  • Proficient with GD&T, CAD or CATIA, and Microsoft Office
  • Working knowledge of IPC-620, WHMA-A-620C, J-STD-001
  • Must be a U.S. person as defined by 22 U.S.C. § 6010

Work Environment:
  • Safety-sensitive, fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment
  • Frequent walking, standing, and hands-on interaction with production and inspection teams
  • Visual acuity requirements include close, distance, and color vision
  • Must be able to lift and move items over 25 lbs occasionally

Travel:
  • Minimal travel expected, but occasional domestic or international travel may occur

This is a Federal Competitive Service position, governed by Executive Order 11935. As such, applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Nationals to be considered.

Quality is not negotiable-it's the foundation of mission success.

If you're a high-caliber Quality Engineer ready to take on complex aerospace challenges, apply today.
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