Design Quality Engineer

Overview : Seeking a Design Quality Engineer to join the Quality team. The Design Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that aerospace-grade electrical connectors meet rigorous quality and regulatory standards throughout the design and development lifecycle. This role plays a critical part in driving design assurance, supporting qualification efforts, and ensuring product reliability for high-performance, mission-critical aerospace applications. Essential Functions : Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Design, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Test Engineering) to ensure quality is integrated into the connector product design process Conduct Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and support Process FMEA (PFMEA) for new and existing connector products Define product qualification plans and support environmental and mechanical testing in accordance with industry and customer standards Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective / preventive actions (CAPA) for design-related nonconformities Support first article inspections (FAI) and compliance documentation per AS9102 and customer-specific requirements Participate in design reviews, ensuring conformance to internal and external standards Develop and maintain quality plans, inspection instructions, and control plans tailored to aerospace connector applications Interface with customers and suppliers on technical quality matters, including resolution of issues and participation in audits Monitor design validation metrics such as reliability, test coverage, and defect trends, recommending continuous improvements Perform additional quality-related duties as required by the Quality Manager Required Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering 3+ years of experience in quality or design engineering roles focused on aerospace connectors or similar electromechanical components Solid knowledge of aerospace quality systems and standards, including AS9100 and AS9102 Proficiency with quality tools and familiarity with industry-specific tools like APQP and PPAP Ability to interpret technical drawings (GD&T), material specifications, and electrical schematics Experience with environmental and mechanical testing (e.g., thermal cycling, vibration, mating cycles) Strong interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills Preferred Qualifications : Experience with connectors used in harsh environments Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) or equivalent quality certification