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Quality Engineer

Fullerton, California, United States · On-site

$100k–$120k/yr

Senior

Position Summary: As a key member of the product team, this individual will be the primary quality focal for one or more product lines and various quality functions. The successful candidates should be thoroughly experie…

Skills: Quality Assurance, Quality Control, AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, Root Cause Analysis

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Quality Engineer

Adams Rite Aerospace

Fullerton, California, United States • On-site

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  • $100k–$120k/yr
  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree
  • Posted 2d ago
  • Apply by Oct 28
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Quality Engineer will serve as the primary quality focal point for product lines, managing nonconforming parts and leading root cause analysis. They are responsible for developing quality plans, conducting internal audits, and facilitating customer or AS9100 audits.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a BS degree in a technical or engineering discipline and possess at least five years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control. Proficiency in quality systems like AS9100D/ISO 9001:2015 and problem-solving methodologies such as FMEA and 8D is required.

Full job description

Position Summary:

As a key member of the product team, this individual will be the primary quality focal for one or more product lines and various quality functions.  The successful candidates should be thoroughly experienced in interpreting customer drawings, specifications, and internal quality requirements as well as assuring systems for such are compliant. 

Essential Functions:

  • Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineer to process customer returned materials and nonconforming parts.
  • Initiate root cause and develop 8D corrective action plans as needed.
  • Lead problem solving for internal rejections and customer returns.
  • Establish and execute training.
  • Develop quality plans with Product Group Manager during proposal phase.
  • Perform as a member of the Change Review Board to assure acceptability of changes to primary documents.
  • Review manufacturing planning for incorporation of inspection point, ATP test point, and determine special gauging requirements and compliance to drawings.
  • Develop inspection planning for receiving, in process, assembly, final and test inspection.
  • Participate in or facilitate customer or AS 9100 audits.
  • Perform trend analysis on product issues and corrective actions.
  • Prepare and present quarterly management review report to product group manager.
  • Conduct internal audits of Quality system, issue CARs, and implement improvement action plan.
  • Review supplier purchase orders, ratings, supplier performance and issue supplier corrective actions as needed.
  • Acts as Quality Department Representative on Material Review Board (MRB).
  • Other duties as assigned.
Role Qualifications:

Prior QE experience is required. Exposure to mechanical and/or electrical inspection techniques and thorough understanding of Quality systems such as AS9100D /ISO: 9001:2015.  Experience in problem solving 5 Why, FMEA, Control Plan, 8D, and Fishbone Analysis.  Strong analytical and communication skills; both written and verbal. Fluent with quality concepts and systems.

Education and Experience:

BS degree in technical or engineering discipline.
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in the Quality Assurance/Quality Control field.
ASQ Certifications (CQE, CSSBB etc.) preferred.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, reach with arms and hands, climb stairs, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time and an air-conditioned and heated office.  The noise level is moderate.  The factory floor is in the same building as the office.  May be exposed to the machinery, machine noise, fumes, and dust.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this jobSalary range: $100,000 - $120,000

Related keywords

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About Adams Rite Aerospace

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Where Innovation Takes Flight.

Industry
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Company size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Fullerton, California
LinkedIn followers
6,497

Here at Adams Rite Aerospace we constantly break new ground to ensure safe, efficient, and comfortable travel. We specialize in designing and manufacturing cutting-edge aerospace technology, which caters to our customers’ individual needs. We have over 100 years of experience designing and manufacturing best-in-class Faucets, Fluid Controls, Water Systems, Cockpit Security Systems, Interior and Exterior Hardware, and much more. We are a family, close-knit and supportive, and always focused on enabling our customers’ success. Connect with us to learn more about our innovative solutions and career opportunities.

Offices: 4141 N Palm St, Fullerton, California 92835, US

Industrial DesignMechanical EngineeringAerospaceManufacturing
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About Adams Rite Aerospace

LinkedInVisit site

Where Innovation Takes Flight.

Industry
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Company size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Fullerton, California
LinkedIn followers
6,497

Here at Adams Rite Aerospace we constantly break new ground to ensure safe, efficient, and comfortable travel. We specialize in designing and manufacturing cutting-edge aerospace technology, which caters to our customers’ individual needs. We have over 100 years of experience designing and manufacturing best-in-class Faucets, Fluid Controls, Water Systems, Cockpit Security Systems, Interior and Exterior Hardware, and much more. We are a family, close-knit and supportive, and always focused on enabling our customers’ success. Connect with us to learn more about our innovative solutions and career opportunities.

Offices: 4141 N Palm St, Fullerton, California 92835, US

Industrial DesignMechanical EngineeringAerospaceManufacturing
View all jobs at Adams Rite Aerospace

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