Program Quality Engineer

About Firehawk Aerospace Firehawk Aerospace is pioneering the development of additively manufactured rocket propulsion systems, combining advanced manufacturing techniques with innovative engineering to deliver safer, more reliable, and cost-effective solutions for aerospace and defense. We are seeking a talented Program Quality Engineer to join our team and help shape the future of rocket motor manufacturing. ________________________________________ Job Summary As a Program Quality Engineer at Firehawk Aerospace, you will be responsible for executing quality assurance activities in support of development and production programs. This role serves as the primary quality interface for assigned programs, ensuring compliance with AS9100, customer contractual requirements, regulatory standards, and internal quality management system processes. This role works closely with Supplier Quality, Program Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to ensure product conformity, support issue resolution, and promote continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary quality representative for assigned programs from contract review through production and sustainment.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, customer flow‑down requirements, regulatory standards, and internal QMS procedures.
• Support quality planning activities, including inspection plans, control plans, risk assessments, and contract quality requirement reviews.
• Review and approve AS9102 FAI reports, deviation requests, and nonconformance dispositions.
• Participate in design and production readiness reviews to identify and mitigate quality risks.
• Lead or support customer escape investigations using structured problem‑solving tools to drive effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Analyze quality metrics and audit results to identify trends and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits with required documentation and expertise.
• Develop and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, and related documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior quality engineers and cross‑functional teams. ________________________________________ Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in aerospace and defense manufacturing