Internal Quality Engineer

Job Overview

At TE, the Internal Quality Engineer is responsible for maintaining and improving the internal Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards, customer requirements, and regulatory obligations. This role focuses on internal audits, process improvement, corrective actions, and cross-functional support to ensure product and process quality throughout the organization.

This role will be onsite at our Mansfield, OH location, and is within our Aerospace, Defense, and Marine business unit.

Key Responsibilities include

• Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System in compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and applicable regulatory requirements (FAA, EASA, etc.).


• Plan, conduct, and report internal audits and follow up on corrective and preventive actions.


• Support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions using structured problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone).


• Monitor and analyze quality performance metrics; drive continuous improvement initiatives.


• Review and approve internal procedures, work instructions, and quality records.


• Support MRB (Material Review Board) activities and ensure proper disposition of nonconforming products.


• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program teams to ensure quality requirements are met.


• Assist with customer, regulatory, and third-party audits.


• Support risk management activities, including FMEA and process risk assessments.


• Promote a culture of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement across the organization.

What your background should look like

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field.


• 2+ years of experience in a quality engineering role, preferably within the aerospace or defense industry.


• Strong working knowledge of AS9100 and aerospace quality requirements.


• Experience conducting internal audits and managing corrective action processes.


• Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies.


• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• AS9100 Internal Auditor certification.


• Experience with aerospace manufacturing processes (machining, assembly, special processes).


• Familiarity with configuration management and document control.


• Experience working with customer quality requirements and audits.

Skills & Competencies

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills


• Problem-solving and critical thinking


• Ability to work cross-functionally and independently


• Strong written and verbal communication


• Continuous improvement mindset

Working Conditions

• Office and manufacturing floor environment


• Occasional travel may be required to support audits or supplier activities

Note: This position requires access to information which is subject to stringent controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). You must be a U.S. Citizen or National, U.S. lawful Permanent Resident, person granted Asylee status in the U.S., or person admitted into the U.S. as a Refugee.

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