Quality Assurance Engineer
Launch Your Quality Engineering Career in Aerospace Excellence
Location: Tulsa, OK | Pay Rate: $37.42/hour | Schedule: Full-Time, 1st Shift (5am - 3:30pm)
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to find a driven and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Engineer (Entry Level) ready to make an immediate impact. If you’re passionate about aviation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, this is your opportunity to help ensure safe, compliant, and world-class aerospace products reach customers around the globe.
Role Summary
As a Quality Assurance Engineer, you will provide technical support in investigating known quality issues under the guidance of a senior QAE. You’ll play a critical role in identifying root causes, implementing corrective actions using the 8D methodology, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Your work directly contributes to delivering safe, conforming, and high-quality aerospace products—supporting operational excellence and customer satisfaction at every level.
What You’ll Do
Quality Investigations & Compliance
Conduct investigations on quality issues following department procedures and work instructions
Determine root cause and corrective actions using the 8D methodology
Ensure corrective actions are validated and compliant with regulatory standards
Promote and maintain strong relationships with regulatory authorities
Continuous Improvement & Collaboration
Identify and complete process improvement initiatives to enhance quality and efficiency
Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, inspection, and other departments
Promote and support a continuous improvement culture
Support operating priorities defined by Quality leadership
Operational Excellence
Maintain a FOD-free (Foreign Object Debris) environment
Execute and help develop company policies and procedures
Maintain high levels of internal and external customer satisfaction
Perform additional duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Aviation Sciences, Quality Systems, or a related technical field
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Entry-level experience with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient computer skills
Ability to learn manufacturing processes (Assembly, Machining, Special Processes, Inspection, etc.)
Alternative Qualification Path:
An Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License combined with 4 years of related experience (in addition to required experience) may be used in lieu of a degree
Preferred Qualifications
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification
Experience as an FAA-recognized airworthiness designee
Familiarity with Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies
Why Join Through PDS Tech Commercial?
By joining PDS Tech Commercial, you gain access to opportunities with top aerospace organizations, competitive compensation, and the chance to build your career in one of the most innovative and safety-driven industries in the world.
Ready for Takeoff?
If you’re ready to launch your quality engineering career and help shape the future of aerospace safety and excellence, apply today.
Your expertise could be the difference that ensures the highest standards in aerospace performance and reliability.
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