Granite City, IL

JTL Services, Inc.has been retained to find top candidates for this growing business.

Position Summary

As Quality Engineer, you’ll take ownership of our FAA-regulated Quality Management System—leading inspections, driving compliance, and embedding quality into every part we produce. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your technical expertise and leadership will directly influence product performance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the business. If you’re ready to make a mark in a fast-paced aviation environment with room to grow, this is your opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage the quality team, championing a proactive quality mindset.

• Own the QMS and ensure compliance with FAA, customer, and internal standards.

• Translate engineering drawings and specifications into practical inspection methods.

• Manage documentation of inspection results and lead First Article Inspection (FAI) processes.

• Conduct internal audits, oversee CAPA processes, and lead root cause analyses.

• Standardize and elevate inspection techniques using calibrated tools (e.g., micrometers, CMM, pin gages, etc.).

• Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and leadership to resolve quality issues and strengthen product reliability.

• Stay ahead of evolving regulations and industry best practices.

What We Are Looking For

• BS plus 1 year of aerospace manufacturing or quality assurance experience OR mechanic/quality inspector with 3 years of experience.

Solid understanding of FAA regulatory frameworks and QMS standards.

Skilled in inspection methods and tools (e.g. micrometers, caliper, pin and height gages, dial calipers, etc.)

Demonstrated leadership aptitude and ability in a hands-on production environment.

Strong blueprint reading and technical documentation skills.

Effective communicator and problem-solver who thrives on collaboration and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

401(k) with company matching

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Career development opportunities in a growing aviation company with room to expand your impact.

For more information send your updated resume to tara@jtlservices.com

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