Quality Engineer – Aerospace Precision Machining

K&K Precision is looking for a motivated Quality Engineer to join our team and help ensure our manufacturing operations consistently deliver top-quality products. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Bring your skills to K&K Precision and be part of a team that builds excellence — one part at a time.

Learn more about us and our facility at kkprec.com

Overview

Starting Pay Range: $85,800 - $100,100 per year ($30.00 - $35.00 per hour base)

Work Schedule: M-F 6:30am - 5:00pm (50 hours per week)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly, eligible for 1.5x overtime pay rate)

Health/Vision/Dental/Life insurance after 60 days.

80 hours of PTO per year (40 hours after 30 days + 40 hours after 6 months)

6 observed holidays + 1 floating holiday

401k plan after 1 year (full match up to 3%, then 50% match up to 5%)

What You’ll Do

• Support manufacturing operations by working closely with cross-functional teams and managers
• Address product issues quickly with corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)
• Conduct audits of manufacturing processes and our Quality Management System in accordance with ISO 9001 standards.
• Document and monitor execution of production part approval process (PPAP) packages in alignment with company standards and customer requirements
• Develop, implement, and maintain inspection and control plans
• Collect, analyze, and interpret quality data from production and customer feedback to spot trends and improvement opportunities
• Partner with suppliers to ensure raw materials and components meet company standards

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline preferred (engineering)
• 2+ years of quality engineering experience, ideally in an aerospace context.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Skilled in interpreting technical drawings, including GD&T
• Familiar with problem-solving frameworks (Six Sigma, 8D, 5 Whys)
• Experience in compiling inspection documentation and executing quality control processes such as PPAPs, FAIs, and PFMEAs
• Experience with metrology and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) a plus

Why You’ll Want to Work Here

• Competitive pay with overtime pay rate and annual raises.
• A clean, climate-controlled facility with a collaborative and friendly atmosphere.
• Training and advancement opportunities for those looking to grow with the company as our operations scale.
• The chance to take pride in producing precision parts that make an impact on the aerospace and defense industry.

Additional Requirements

• Candidate must be a U.S. Person, as defined by ITAR regulation requirements.
• Drug test and criminal background check will be required.
• Applicant must be able to pass a visual acuity test.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,800.00 - $100,100.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you a U.S. Person, as defined by ITAR regulations (e.g. U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual such as refugees and asylum recipients)?

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Mason, OH 45040 (Required)

Work Location: In person