A leading aerospace foundry located in southern Iowa is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to support its high-precision manufacturing operations. The organization operates a large-scale facility with over 350 employees and is recognized as a premier provider of magnesium and aluminum castings for mission-critical military applications. With AS9100, ISO9001, and NADCAP certifications, the facility offers full-spectrum capabilities, including heat treatment, radiographic inspection, penetrant testing, welding, and materials testing. Backed by private equity, the leadership team promotes autonomy, innovation, and technical mastery. Apply today if you are interested!
Work model:
- On-Site
What you will do:
- Lead root cause investigations and corrective action processes for internal and customer-reported non-conformances
- Serve as a key quality liaison with Engineering, Manufacturing, and external customers
- Own the preparation and upkeep of inspection procedures, instruction sheets, and quality documentation per AS9100 and NADCAP standards
- Represent Quality in customer audits, surveys, and regulatory compliance efforts.
- Conduct supplier audits and internal process evaluations
- Train and mentor junior quality staff in best practices, methodologies, and compliance standards
- Maintain oversight of calibration, MRB activity, and process audits
- Review metal history and ensure conformance to aerospace specifications
- Serve as a DQR or act in a similar high-responsibility capacity for aerospace quality compliance
What you will need to be successful:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience
- 7+ years in Quality, with a foundry focus preferred
- DQR certification or demonstrated experience in a Designated Quality Representative role
- Strong background in aerospace quality standards, including ISO9000, AS9100, and NADCAP
- Hands-on experience in magnesium or aluminum sand casting environments
- Expertise in RCCA, SPC, PPAP, fishbone analysis, and other quality tools
- Self-motivated, assertive communicator with a strong presence on the shop floor
- Comfortable with a fast-paced, collaborative, and cross-functional team structure
Benefits overview:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO
- 401k
Interested and qualified candidates can contact Alex Borsay at (515) 225-7000 or email aborsay@thepalmergroup.com.
