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Sr Quality Engineer | Aerospace

Michael Page Elk Grove Village, IL (Onsite) Full-Time
$90,000 - $120,000/Year

This role is a hands-on Quality Engineer position supporting precision‑machined aerospace and industrial components, with a focus on metrology, APQP/PPAP, AS9100 compliance, and structured problem solving. It's ideal for someone who wants to lead quality activities, improve processes, and work cross‑functionally in a low‑turnover, growth‑focused manufacturing environment. Client Details

This is a long‑established precision machining manufacturer that supports major aerospace, defense, transportation, energy, and industrial customers with complex, high‑mix components. The facility is clean, stable, and known for extremely low turnover, strong technical capability, and a collaborative culture that invests in training and process improvement.

Description

  • Support quality assurance activities for precision‑machined aerospace and industrial components.
  • Lead metrology and inspection planning, including CMM methods, GD&T interpretation, and measurement system development.
  • Develop FMEAs, control plans, PPAP documentation, and process flow diagrams for new and existing products.
  • Maintain compliance with ISO 9001 and AS9100 requirements while supporting internal, customer, and third‑party audits.
  • Lead root cause investigations using 8D, 5‑Why, and similar structured problem‑solving tools.
  • Drive corrective and preventive actions and support capability improvements such as SPC and Cp/Cpk.
  • Communicate with customers on quality issues, quality plans, and corrective action progress.
  • Partner with suppliers on audits, incoming quality, and process improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with engineering and production to strengthen process controls and reduce variation across machining operations.

Profile

  • Brings 5+ years of quality engineering experience within precision machining, aerospace, or defense manufacturing.
  • Strong capability in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, control plans, and inspection planning.
  • Skilled in metrology with hands‑on CMM experience and a solid understanding of GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
  • Comfortable leading structured problem solving using 8D, 5‑Why, and root cause analysis tools.
  • Experienced with SPC, capability studies, GR&R, and data‑driven quality improvement.
  • Able to work closely with engineering, production, customers, and suppliers to resolve issues and improve processes.
  • Detail‑oriented, analytical, and proactive, with strong communication skills and the ability to represent the quality function effectively.

Job Offer

  • Salary range of $90,000-$110,000, with flexibility up to $115,000-$120,000 for a strong technical fit.
  • Discretionary annual bonus and yearly merit review process.
  • Immediate day‑one medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Free short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and life insurance starting on the first day.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
  • Tuition assistance and employee assistance program.
  • Clean and safe manufacturing facility with ongoing investments in training and technology.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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Salary Details

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$90,000-$120,000
Yearly Salary

Job Snapshot

Employee Type

Full-Time

Location

Elk Grove Village, IL (Onsite)

Job Type

Manufacturing

Experience

Not Specified

Date Posted

03/16/2026

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