Associate Quality Engineer

We're looking for a proactive and solutions-drivenQuality Engineerto support a high-impact work transfer initiative at our new Garden Grove facility. In this role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver zero-defect processes, support first article completions, and ensure robust product quality from development through production. If you're passionate about aerospace manufacturing and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Quality Engineering Focus

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve Program Quality Plans
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions using Zero Defect Manufacturing (ZDM) tools
• Conduct internal, product, and supplier audits to ensure compliance and drive improvement
• Interpret customer quality flowdowns and translate them into actionable inspection and validation plans
• Support first article inspections (AS9102) and new product introduction activities

General Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first mindset and ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards
• Provide technical solutions to complex quality challenges across internal teams and suppliers
• Support manufacturing process development and integration for production readiness
• Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, and other quality initiatives
• Represent the company in customer and supplier meetings as a technical quality expert

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in aerospace quality manufacturing or similar industries
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T, MRB/nonconforming parts, and engineering drawings/specifications
• Proficiency in MS Office, Minitab, and other quality tools
• Experience facilitating AS9102 first article inspections in a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with ISO9000, AS9100, or D1-9000 quality system models
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• U.S. Person status per ITAR regulations
• Willingness to work weekends and travel occasionally (<5%)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AS9145 APQP, NPI, and work transfer projects
• FAA Repair Station (Part 145) experience and failure analysis leadership
• Experience facilitating AS9102 first article inspections in a manufacturing environment
• Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent problem-solving certification
• Ability to coach and train cross-functional teams on quality requirements
• Strong analytical thinking and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Experience contributing to project planning and continuous professional development

Pay Range: $83,535.00 - $104,419.00