What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Engineer position at Custom Manufacturing and Engineering?
The Opportunity
Custom Manufacturing and Engineering, Inc. (CME) is seeking a Quality Engineer with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for problem solving. In this role, you will ensure that materials, parts, and products meet CME's rigorous Total Quality Management System (TQMS) standards and customer requirements. You will own key quality engineering activities across production and test, SMT, and configuration management, and lead data driven process improvement to maintain CME's certifications and quality excellence.
What You Will Do
- Perform in process and final inspections and testing to verify compliance with TQMS and customer requirements.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions, including containment, permanent fixes, and effectiveness validation.
- Use statistical and analytical methods to identify trends, quantify risk, and drive measurable process improvements.
- Develop and maintain quality engineering tools such as control plans, inspection plans, and process documentation.
- Support MRB activity by analyzing nonconformances, recommending dispositions, and tracking recurring issues to closure.
- Support First Article Inspection processes in accordance with AS9102, including documentation and evidence packages.
- Conduct measurement system analysis such as gauge R and R and ensure calibration and metrology practices support reliable data.
- Apply and sustain 5S principles on the floor and in work cells, with hands on involvement in organization, standardization, and sustainment.
- Prepare for and help CME pass third party certification audits (AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO IEC 17025, CMMI).
- Interpret specifications, drawings, schematics, and part lists for electrical, electronic, and mechanical components.
- Generate clear technical reports and dashboards on product and process quality using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Apply EIA 649 Configuration Management principles (preferred).
What You Bring
- Experience supporting AS9100 environments and working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO IEC 17025, and CMMI (required).
- Must have SMT manufacturing knowledge and demonstrated hands on experience analyzing and resolving process variances to deliver repeatable CCA quality production.
- Proven ability to lead structured problem solving efforts such as 8D, 5 Whys, or fishbone analysis.
- Working knowledge of statistical tools such as SPC, Cp and Cpk, and trend analysis.
- Ability to read and interpret technical specs, schematics, and part lists.
- Strong analytical and computer skills for reporting, data trending, and documentation.
- Familiarity with electrical, electronic, or mechanical components and how quality ties into build to print requirements.
- Experience with metrology, gauge R and R, and calibration control.
- Experience with EIA 649 Configuration Management (preferred).
- BS or BA in Engineering or related field (preferred).
Why CME?
- Be part of an award-winning engineering and manufacturing team in Tampa Bay.
- Contribute to mission-critical projects supporting aerospace, defense, industrial, and energy markets.
- Work for a company that values accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
- Enjoy perks like a 4-day work week (most weeks).
- Thrive in a culture guided by CME's 5 Core Values: Resolves Problems, Professionalism, Challenges Themselves, Delivers, and Serves Customers – Protects CME
Hiring Process Note
As part of our selection process, candidates who advance will be asked to complete the Predictive Index Cognitive and Behavioral Assessments. These tools help ensure strong role alignment and long-term success for both the employee and the company.
Eligibility Notice
This position requires access to controlled goods and technologies under ITAR and EAR regulations. Candidates must meet U.S. Person requirements, including U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee status. Employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify.
About CME
Custom Manufacturing & Engineering Inc. is a 29-year award winning Tampa Bay small business that designs and manufactures custom engineered and build to print products and systems supporting aerospace, defense, industrial, and energy applications worldwide. We operate on the EOS system and maintain a strong culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.
Equal Opportunity Employment
CME is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to any protected status under federal or Florida law, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000