Quality Engineer II

The Quality Engineer II supports the Quality team in ensuring that products and processes meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements. This role plays a key part in maintaining compliance with aerospace standards (e.g., AS9100), supporting root cause and corrective action activities, participating in audits, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders within a manufacturing environment.

The position requires direct interaction with customers, support during audits, and participation in discussions related to audit findings and quality-related decisions. Strong interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and the ability to effectively manage customer relationships are essential for success in this role.

   

• Assist in maintaining and improving the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements
• Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) using structured methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.)
• Participate in internal audits, process audits, supplier audits, customer audits, and regulatory audits
• Review manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, control plans, and inspection plans
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain) to resolve quality issues
• Assist in nonconformance management
• Support customer and regulatory audits as required
• Verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and applicable standards
• Support customer communications related to quality issues, audit findings, and corrective action plans
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive timely resolution of quality concerns
• Assist in evaluating audit findings and supporting decisions related to compliance, risk mitigation, and corrective actions
• Promote a quality culture and adherence to procedures on the shop floor

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field)
• 0–3 years of experience in Quality Engineering or Manufacturing (internships/co-ops acceptable)
• Experience supporting internal, customer, supplier, or regulatory audits
• Experience interacting with customers regarding quality issues, corrective actions, or audit findings is preferred
• Basic knowledge of quality tools and methodologies
• Familiarity with aerospace standards (AS9100, NADCAP) is a plus
• Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) preferred
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP is preferred
• Intermediate conversational English required, with the ability to effectively communicate in meetings, audits, and customer discussions

 

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Proactive mindset and willingness to learn
• Effective communication (written and verbal)
• Customer-focused mindset
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage difficult conversations with professionalism and diplomacy
• Conflict resolution and conciliation skills
• Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills when addressing quality findings and escalations
• Continuous improvement mindset (Lean/Six Sigma exposure is a plus)

 

Working Conditions

• Primarily based in a manufacturing environment, with time spent on the production floor
• May require use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
• Occasional overtime or support during audits and customer visits

 

Nice-to-Have (Optional Enhancements)

• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma (Yellow/Green Belt)
• Experience using Minitab or statistical analysis tools
• Knowledge of First Article Inspection (FAI) per AS9102
• Experience supporting customer-facing quality activities and audit preparation
• Experience participating in discussions and resolution of audit findings with customers or regulatory representatives
• Exposure to supplier quality management and customer satisfaction initiatives

 

About Honeywell Aerospace

Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.

 

Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.

 

Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.

 

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