APS - Lead Quality Engineer

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Company : Aviation Products Systems, Inc. (APS)

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Location : Granite City, IL

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Job Type: Full-time | On-site

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Schedule: Monday to Friday | 1st Shift

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About Us

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Aviation Products Systems, Inc. (APS), a proud member of the Victor Sierra group, is a well-established and rapidly growing aviation company with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in the design, assembly, and manufacturing of high-quality aircraft brake discs and linings for the general aviation market. Our commitment to excellence makes us the first choice for our customers.

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Victor Sierra is a portfolio of innovative aviation brands providing proprietary aftermarket components and services across general and business aviation markets, serving over 45,000 customers with a product suite of 3,500+ proprietary PMA parts and 40,000+ replacement components. APS is a sister-company to McFarlane Aviation within the Victor Sierra portfolio.

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Position Summary

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As Lead 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.

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What You'll Do

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• Lead and manage the quality team, championing a proactive quality mindset.
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• Own the QMS and ensure compliance with FAA, customer, and internal standards.
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• Translate engineering drawings and specifications into practical inspection methods.
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• Manage documentation of inspection results and lead First Article Inspection (FAI) processes.
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• Conduct internal audits, oversee CAPA processes, and lead root cause analyses.
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• Standardize and elevate inspection techniques using calibrated tools (e.g., micrometers, CMM, pin gages, etc.).
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• Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and leadership to resolve quality issues and strengthen product reliability.
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• Stay ahead of evolving regulations and industry best practices.
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What We Are Looking For

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• Minimum 3 years of aerospace manufacturing or quality assurance experience.
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• Solid understanding of FAA regulatory frameworks and QMS standards.
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• Skilled in inspection methods and tools (e.g. micrometers, caliper, pin and height gages, dial calipers, etc.
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• Demonstrated leadership aptitude and ability in a hands-on production environment.
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• Strong blueprint reading and technical documentation skills.
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• Effective communicator and problem-solver who thrives on collaboration and continuous improvement.
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What We Offer

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• 401(k) with company matching
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• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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• Paid Time Off (PTO)
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• Career development opportunities in a growing aviation company with room to expand your impact.
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Applicants must be able to commute or relocate to Granite City, IL 62040 before starting.

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APS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to , , , , , , , veteran, or status.