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We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices, and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.”\nHexcel is currently seeking a Quality Engineer III for our Kent, WA location.\nAre you ready to lead quality initiatives and drive operational excellence in a dynamic aerospace environment? As a Quality Engineer III, you’ll provide leadership in quality and inspection planning, change management, and Bill of Material (BOM) planning. In this role, you’ll ensure consistency, accuracy, and reliability across processes and quality controls by guiding review boards, approving specifications, analyzing corrective actions, and conducting audits.\nSummary pay range: $77,968 - $130,228 annual salary.\nThe selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:\nComply with Hexcel policies, procedures, and Code of Business Conduct.\nReview contracts, drawings, and specifications to develop quality plans and inspection criteria; approve production planning for quality, first article, and inspection requirements.\nCreate and maintain quality documentation to support accuracy and compliance.\nCommunicate quality standards internally and externally; maintain strong customer relationships and support workforce training.\nReview and process non-conforming materials; lead corrective and preventive actions and support MRB activities.\nConduct internal and external audits; evaluate findings and implement corrective actions.\nLead strategic quality planning and drive cross-functional initiatives, including enterprise-level improvement and innovation projects.\nDevelop and implement supplier quality strategies and global alignment programs.\nUtilize predictive analytics and digital quality systems to enhance quality performance.\nMentor level I & II QEs and other team members; provide formal leadership in quality projects.\nQualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, or related field required; master’s preferred.\n5+ years of experience in quality engineering with leadership responsibilities.\nExpertise in quality management systems, compliance standards (AS9100, Nadcap), and advanced analytics.\nProven ability in strategic planning, supplier quality management, and cross-functional leadership.\nStrong leadership, communication, and influencing skills with a strategic decision-making mindset.\nExperience with digital transformation in quality, predictive tools, and data analytics platforms.\nAdvanced problem-solving skills and innovation mindset; proficiency in Lean/Six Sigma (certification strongly preferred).\nASQ certifications (CQE preferred) and Certified Lead Auditor training desirable.\nAbility to interpret technical drawings and specifications, including MBD; familiarity with measurement and inspection equipment.\nExperience with composite materials and lean manufacturing is a plus.\nEligible candidates must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.\nHexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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