What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Engineer position at SOGECLAIR?
The Quality Engineer will support the Airbus A350 program at the Kinston, NC manufacturing site, ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, and adherence to Airbus, customer, and industry standards. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Customer Quality to drive first-time quality, resolve nonconformances, and support continuous improvement across composite and metallic aerospace structures.
Key Responsibilities· Support quality assurance activities for Airbus A350 structures, assemblies, and systems
· Ensure compliance with Airbus quality requirements, AS9100, FAA/EASA regulations, and internal procedures
· Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions (RCA, 5-Why, Fishbone, 8D)
· Review and support non-conforming material (NCR/MRB) dispositions
· Support First Article Inspections (FAI) per AS9102
· Participate in internal, customer, and regulatory audits
· Interface with Airbus Customer Quality representatives
· Support manufacturing floor quality activities and inspections
· Analyze quality metrics and drive continuous improvement
· Support supplier quality activities as required
· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field
· 2–7 years of Quality Engineering experience in aerospace or regulated manufacturing
· Experience supporting aircraft structures or assemblies
· Knowledge of AS9100 and AS9102 standards
· Experience with NCR/MRB processes
· Strong communication and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications· Experience supporting Airbus programs (A350 preferred)
· Composite manufacturing quality experience
· Knowledge of Airbus quality systems and tools
· FAA/EASA regulatory environment experience
Key Tools & Standards· AS9100 / AS9102
· Root Cause & Corrective Action methodologies
· SAP or equivalent ERP/MES systems
· Inspection and measurement tools
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion as part of our company’s core values, and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Learn more about us :
With over 60 years of expertise, SOGECLAIR is a provider of innovative solutions for more sustainable and safer mobility. Present internationally, SOGECLAIR has expanded its expertise beyond borders, thus enhancing its capacity to innovate and collaborate with partners worldwide.
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- Fairness and business ethics ⚖️