Quality Engineer II – NPI Support

Woodward, Inc.

. Develop new products and transfer products between facilities .

Posted 9/28/2026full-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 quality assurance processes, including APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, and compliance matrices, while effectively leading cross-functional teams in aerospace quality and regulated manufacturing environments. Proven ability to analyze data, resolve quality issues, and implement best practices to enhance product quality and process efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Aerospace Quality ExperienceAPQP LeadershipLean/Six Sigma Green BeltAS9100 Certified Internal AuditorNPI Project Execution

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Hard Skills

Quality Assurance ProcessesData AnalysisDFMEAPFMEAControl PlanMSACapability AnalysisPPAPCustomer Contract ReviewCompliance Matrices

Soft Skills

Informal GuidanceCollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

AS9100 Certified Internal AuditorLean/Six Sigma Green BeltAPQP Trained

Industry Keywords

AerospaceRegulated ManufacturingQuality Improvement ProjectsITAREAR

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop new products and transfer products between facilities
Lead APQP activities for new product development and product transfers
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
Develop and implement comprehensive quality assurance plans
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 and lead project initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology related field
Minimum 3-5 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
Proficient in customer contract review & generation of compliance matrices
Familiar with leading DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, capability analysis, and PPAP
Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt training
AS9100 Certified Internal Auditor
APQP Trained
Must be a U.S. Person under ITAR/EAR, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or Department of Commerce

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
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
Voluntary benefits, including Home / Auto Insurance discounts
Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave