Quality Engineer

About Us

At Mtron, we design and manufacture high-performance radio frequency (RF) components and solutions that support aerospace, defense, space, and other mission-critical applications. With decades of industry expertise, we are committed to engineering excellence, precision, and delivering reliable products that meet the most demanding customer requirements. Our success is driven by innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous improvement. At Mtron, every team member plays an important role in maintaining our high standards of quality and supporting the performance and reliability our customers depend on.

Position Summary:

Quality Engineer supports the development, implementation, and maintenance of quality systems within an aerospace
manufacturing environment. This role ensures that products meet internal standards, customer requirements, and
regulatory guidelines. The individual works cross-functionally with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to
support continuous improvement and maintain compliance with AS9100 and other aerospace quality standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in maintaining and improving the Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with AS9100/ISO 9001 standards.
• Participate in internal audits and support external audits by customers, regulatory bodies, and certification agencies.
• Support the development and revision of quality procedures, work instructions, and documentation.
• Generates first article inspections (FAI) reports in accordance with company and AS9102 requirements.
• Assist in reviewing and approving manufacturing plans, process documentation, and engineering drawings for
  quality requirements.
• Support production teams with day-to-day quality issues, including facilitating MRB meetings, conducting
  nonconformance analysis and completing/verifying corrective actions.
• Conduct inspections and tests on raw materials, in-process assemblies, and finished goods using precision
  measurement tools.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and problem-solving activities using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone
  Diagrams, and 8D methodologies.
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance, reviewing supplier documentation, and processing supplier
  nonconformance reports.
• Collaborate with supply chain to ensure suppliers meet aerospace quality requirements.
• Contribute to process improvement projects aimed at reducing defects, improving yield, and increasing
  operational efficiency.
• Gather quality metrics and assist in preparing reports for management review.

Supervises: None

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) in accordance with ASME Y14.5 (required).
• Basic understanding of quality principles and aerospace manufacturing processes (preferred).
• Familiarity with quality management systems such as AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar standards (preferred).
• Knowledge of inspection tools and measurement equipment, including calipers, micrometers, and Coordinate
  Measuring Machines (CMMs).
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (required); experience with CAD software or data analysis tools
  is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Hands on position requiring interaction among multiple disciplines.
• High attention to detail with organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work cohesivity in a team environment
• Must be able to work with ITAR data without a license.

Education, Experience and Training:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering from an accredited University or equivalent combination of education and
  experience.
• Internship or co-op experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or quality engineering is preferred but not
  required.

Physical Requirements and Working Environment:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials up to 50lbs.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as required.
• Manual dexterity to operate hand tools, machine controls, and measuring instruments.
• Work is performed in a combination of office and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to chemicals, fumes, and related by-products.

Mtron designs and manufactures high-performance, highly reliable RF components for demanding applications in space, avionics, aerospace, defense, and more. With full vertical integration, from materials science to final manufacturing, we support critical systems like satcom, radar, electronic warfare, and test equipment. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, we operate globally with facilities in North America, India, and Asia. We are guided by our core values of Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Collaboration.