{"id":4302334,"url":"https://alion.io/job/rhine-stahl-apqp-engineer","title":"APQP Engineer","company":{"id":2269628,"name":"Rhine Stahl","domain":"rhinestahl.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/rhinestahl","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Paycom","truth_index":null},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":"senior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"AS9100","optional":false},{"name":"CAPA","optional":false},{"name":"FMEA","optional":false},{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":false},{"name":"Statistical Process Control","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-14T04:09:13Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-14","last_verified_at":"2026-11-14T12:37:49Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) Engineer, Quality\nMason, Ohio\nReports to: Quality Manager, Mason West\nU.S. Work Eligibility\nThis role is limited to U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents, in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.\nWho We Are?\nRH Aero Systems is setting the standard for aviation support equipment and services. Through our industry-leading businesses - Rhinestahl and HYDRO Systems - we deliver capability across custom-designed Ground Support Equipment, OEM-licensed engine and airframe tooling, 26 global service centers and innovative engineered solutions for OEMs, MROs and Operators worldwide. RH Aero Systems’ global headquarters are in Mason, Ohio, USA, and Biberach, Germany. For further details visit RHAero.com.\nWhy Join Us?\nJoin us as an NPI/APQP Quality Engineer and play a key role in bringing new products and processes to life. You will lead quality planning and risk management for new product introductions, product transfers, process changes, and strategic growth initiatives-using APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, FAI, and process validation to build quality into every stage of product realization.\nIn this highly collaborative role, you will partner with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Program Management, and customers to ensure product and process readiness, meet customer and regulatory requirements, and support successful launches. As the quality lead for assigned NPI programs, you will have the opportunity to influence decisions, prevent defects, manage risk proactively, and drive meaningful continuous improvement.\n What You Will Do?\nLead APQP activities for new product introductions, customer transfers, and major manufacturing process changes.\nDevelop and maintain quality deliverables aligned with APQP milestones and program gate reviews.\nFacilitate cross-functional risk assessments, including Design FMEA and Process FMEA activities.\nEnsure quality requirements are integrated into product and process development activities.\nDevelop and maintain Control Plans, Inspection Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, and supporting quality documentation.\nLead First Article Inspection (FAI) activities in accordance with AS9102 requirements.\nCoordinate and submit PPAP packages to customers, ensuring timely approval of production readiness requirements.\nSupport the development and validation of manufacturing processes through capability studies, measurement system analysis (MSA), and process validation activities.\nReview engineering changes and evaluate quality risks associated with design and manufacturing changes.\nParticipate in design reviews and manufacturing readiness reviews.\nCoordinate customer quality requirements throughout program execution and serve as the primary quality contact during product launches.\nSupport supplier qualification and readiness activities in collaboration with Supplier Quality and Supply Chain teams.\nMonitor launch performance metrics and drive corrective actions to address identified risks and issues.\nPerform root cause analysis and support corrective and preventive actions related to NPI and launch concerns.\nSupport compliance with AS9100 Quality Management System and customer-specific quality requirements.\nProvide guidance on quality best practices, regulatory requirements, and risk mitigation strategies.\nSupport customer, regulatory, and third-party audits as needed.\nDevelop and report program quality metrics to management.\nDrive continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect prevention, process capability, and operational excellence.\nTake on other responsibilities as assigned.\nQualifications\nWhat You Will Bring?\nEducation and Certifications\nYou bring a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.\nAn ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) credential is preferred.\nA Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent certification is preferred.\nExperience\nYou bring 5+ years of Quality Engineering experience in aerospace, manufacturing, defense, or another regulated industry.\nYou have hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, and process validation.\nYou have supported new product introduction programs and production launch activities.\nYou are experienced in partnering directly with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.\nExperience working within an AS9100-certified organization is preferred.\nSkills and Capabilities\nYou bring a strong understanding of APQP methodologies and product realization processes.\nYou have working knowledge of PPAP, AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements, and production readiness activities.\nYou understand PFMEA, risk assessment methodologies, and defect-prevention techniques.\nYou are knowledgeable in statistical process control, process capability analysis, and measurement systems analysis.\nYou apply strong problem-solving skills using Root Cause Analysis, 8D, and corrective action methodologies.\nYou can interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.\nYou bring strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.\nYou can manage multiple programs and shifting priorities at the same time.\nYou can influence and align cross-functional teams without direct authority.\nYou use strong analytical skills and a data-driven approach to make sound decisions.\nYou are proficient in Microsoft Office applications and quality management tools.\n What makes you stand out !\nYou bring experience in the aerospace industry.\nYou hold an ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) credential.\nYou hold a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.\nYou hold an AS9100 Internal Auditor certification.\nYou have led customer PPAP submissions and launch readiness reviews.\nYou have supported high-mix, low-volume aerospace manufacturing environments.\nBenefits and Additional Information\nWe offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team’s health, financial security, and overall well-being. The company offers competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, HSA and FSA plans, Mental health resources, and employee assistance programs. We offer Paid Parental Leave, Company Paid Long Term Disability, competitive 401k employer match, floating holiday, tuition reimbursement program, amongst other benefits.\nWe are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 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