[Hiring] Quality Engineer - DTS Technical Reviewer @SQA Services

Role Description

We're actively seeking a remote Quality Engineer for DTS PFMEA reviews. This is a 4-10 week contract position, part-time, doing as-needed work with 15-35 hour work weeks. We are looking for associates with strong experience in the aerospace industry who are okay with as-needed work.

• PFMEA and PPAP reviews
• Assess completeness and technical accuracy of:
  • Failure modes
  • Failure mechanisms
  • Cause-effect relationships tied to process steps
• Evaluate:
  • Severity, Occurrence, Detection rankings
  • Risk prioritization methodology (RPN or equivalent)
• Challenge robustness of:
  • Preventive vs. detection controls
• Verify alignment with:
  • Actual manufacturing process flow
  • Known risks identified during assessments (RCR, commodity review, FAI)
• Ensure full linkage between PFMEA and Control Plan
• Evaluate:
  • Control methods (error-proofing, SPC, inspection)
  • Reaction plans for out-of-spec (OOS) conditions
• Confirm:
  • Coverage of critical characteristics
  • Adequacy of inspection frequency and methods
• Review statistical capability studies (Cp, Cpk)
• Validate:
  • Data integrity and collection methodology
  • Sample size and statistical relevance
  • Process stability (variation analysis)
  • Confirm readiness against thresholds (e.g., Cpk ≥ 1.33)
• Develop structured engineering review reports including:
  • Gap assessment (Critical / Major / Minor)
  • Risk implications
  • Recommended corrective actions
• Provide clear DTS readiness recommendation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or equivalent)
• 7+ years in:
  • Aerospace, medical device, or regulated manufacturing environments
  • Supplier quality or process engineering
• Strong experience with:
  • PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP
  • Statistical analysis and process capability
• Deep understanding of:
  • Failure mechanisms and risk analysis
  • Manufacturing processes (machining, forming, assembly)
• Strong knowledge of:
  • AS9100 / ISO 9001 / GMP (as applicable)
  • AIAG Core Tools (PFMEA, MSA, SPC)
• Ability to interpret:
  • Engineering drawings and specifications
  • Inspection and test data
• Critical thinking and technical rigor
• Ability to challenge supplier assumptions constructively
• Strong written communication (client-facing reports)
• Detail-oriented with systems-level thinking

Requirements

• $70 - $70 an hour
• Must be ITAR compliant and undergo a background check.

Company Description

SQA Services has been a premier provider of managed supplier quality services for audits, assessments, remote surveillance assessments, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering to manufacturers across all industries for 30 years.