Customer Quality Engineer II – III

Woodward, Inc.

. Implement and monitor quality assurance processes and procedures .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRockford • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $142,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Aerospace Quality Assurance, including APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, and continuous improvement methodologies. Capable of leading quality improvement projects and collaborating across departments to enhance product quality and process efficiency.

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Aerospace APQPQuality Assurance ProcessesData AnalysisNPI Project ExecutionRCCA Leadership

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Hard Skills

APQPDFMEAPFMEAControl PlanMSACapability AnalysisPPAPQuality Metrics DocumentationProblem-Solving TechniquesQuality Improvement Projects

Soft Skills

Informal GuidanceCollaborationCommunication

Industry Keywords

Aerospace QualityRegulated ManufacturingContinuous ImprovementQuality EngineeringITAREARU.S. Person

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement and monitor quality assurance processes and procedures
Identify and resolve quality-related issues through data analysis and technical judgment
Provide informal guidance and support to new team members
Collaborate with engineering, production, and other departments to improve product quality and process efficiency
Document and communicate quality metrics, findings, and improvement recommendations
Lead APQP activities for new product development and product transfers between facilities
Develop and implement comprehensive quality assurance plans
Resolve complex quality issues using advanced problem-solving techniques and multi-source information
Lead small-scale quality improvement projects, coordinating resources and timelines
Integrate industry best practices into quality processes
Serve as a resource for less experienced colleagues
Identify and mitigate potential quality risks
Apply continuous improvement and quality engineering processes across business areas

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology related field
Level II: 3-5 years in Aerospace Quality or regulated manufacturing, technology related field
Level III: 6-8+ years in Aerospace Quality or regulated manufacturing, technology related field
Previous experience in customer-facing role, leading RCCAs with cross-functional teams
NPI project execution
Strong background in Aerospace APQP aligned with AS9145
Familiar with leading DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, capability analysis, and PPAP
Must be a U.S. Person within the meaning of ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce
U.S. Person includes a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, or protected person

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual cash bonus opportunity
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement
Training/Professional Development opportunities
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation
Sick Time
Vacation Buy-up
Short Term Disability
Bereavement leave
Paid parental leave
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
Member Life & AD&D
Long Term Disability
Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life
Optional AD&D
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Home / Auto Insurance discounts
Whole Life Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Legal Assistance
Military Leave