Training in internal and external quality auditing preferred
Responsibilities
Coordinate ISO/AS certification activities and quality audits
Develop and implement inspection and testing procedures
Collaborate with departments on engineering configuration and supplier quality
Manage nonconforming materials and associated costs
Conduct internal and external quality audits and maintain AQMS documentation
Analyze statistical quality data and prepare compliance reports
Assist in training and orienting quality control staff
Benefits
Work in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
Engage in continuous improvement initiatives
Opportunity to collaborate across multiple departments
Exposure to advanced quality verification technologies
Flexible work schedule with standard hours
Full Job Description
Quality Assurance Engineer
Reports To: Quality Manager Job Titles Directly Supervised: None
Job Overview
Under the direction of the Quality Manager, the Quality Assurance Engineer will coordinate activities related to ISO/AS certification, corrective and preventive actions, quality audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position may also perform inspections and establish quality assurance methods for evaluating raw materials, work-in-process materials, and finished products to ensure compliance with established quality standards and customer requirements.
Key Performance Deliverables
Review, develop, and implement procedures and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation, applying knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and/or computer engineering principles.
Review, edit, and prepare quality procedures, work instructions, AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports, contract reviews, purchase order requirements, Statements of Work (SOW), and quality plan flow-down requirements.
Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, and other departments to monitor engineering configuration, drawing management, supplier quality, and corrective and preventive action programs.
Review and implement procedures for the identification, evaluation, and disposition of nonconforming materials, including methods for assessing associated costs and responsibilities.
Conduct internal and external quality audits, coordinate follow-up activities, address audit findings and observations, and maintain documentation in accordance with the organization's Aerospace Quality Management System (AQMS).
Review sampling procedures and develop forms, processes, and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data.
Review, monitor, and develop processes for analytical testing, equipment evaluation, precision measurements, accuracy verification, performance testing, and process efficiency.
Collect and analyze statistical quality data, prepare reports, and document findings to validate compliance or identify deviations from established standards.
Review and respond to customer survey results and quality-related feedback.
Resolve routine and moderately complex quality-related questions and issues, escalating unusual or complex matters to the Quality Manager or senior management as appropriate.
Periodically assist with orienting, training, assigning, and reviewing the work of department employees involved in quality control activities.
Experience Required
Experience in quality control engineering disciplines, including statistical process control, product evaluation, systems performance, hardware performance, and product reliability.
Must have participated in an ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality management process.
Education and Certifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, but not required.
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Technician (CQT) preferred, but not required.
Training in internal and external quality auditing preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Work is performed in manufacturing and machine shop environments.
The primary work location is divided approximately equally between an office environment and a production/manufacturing area.
Position does not require lifting more than 40 pounds at any given time.
Work Habits and Conduct
Attendance and Punctuality
Schedule time off in advance.
Report to work on time and maintain attendance within company guidelines.
Ensure work responsibilities are appropriately covered during absences.
Arrive on time for scheduled meetings and appointments.
Accurately and consistently record time worked, as applicable.
Teamwork and Responsiveness
Respond promptly and professionally to requests for assistance.
Follow instructions and management direction.
Work cooperatively and collaboratively with team members and other departments.
Demonstrate commitment to completing assigned responsibilities to the best of one's ability.
Honor commitments and follow through on assigned tasks.
Productivity and Quality
Meet established productivity and performance standards.
Complete assigned work accurately and within established deadlines.
Perform responsibilities with minimal supervision.
Maintain quality standards and identify opportunities to improve processes and overall product quality.
Safety and Security
Follow established workplace safety and security procedures.
Properly use equipment, tools, and materials.
Promptly report incidents and safety concerns.
Identify and report potentially unsafe working conditions.
Schedule: M-F 7am-3:30pm
Salary
$105,000
Our corporate, engineering and manufacturing facilities, located in Chatsworth, CA and Forsyth, GA, encompass over 625,000 sq. feet. Our manufacturing facility is equipped with the latest state-of-the-art equipment such as CNC lathes and mills, computerized tube bending, and automatic press brake and programmable punch press, laser topography scanners, and other quality verification devices.
