Quality Engineer Needed for Leading Precision Aerospace ContractorThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Chris Gorman
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Salary: $100,000 - $115,000 per year
A bit about us:Join a century-old, family-rooted manufacturing specialist known for delivering high-performance, engineered elastomer-based systems to aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. With advanced capabilities across silicone sealants and insulation components, our client operates from a modern California facility and serves a broad and critical customer base, while fostering innovation, craftsmanship, and continuous growth.
Why join us?- Exceptionally strong compensation and benefits package!
- Great work environment and abundant opportunities for growth
- Impactful role in a niche, precision-driven aerospace environment
- Collaborative culture rooted in integrity, action, and team diversity
- Opportunity to mentor, innovate, and drive substantial improvements in quality and compliance
Job DetailsWe are looking for a Quality Engineer to champion continuous improvement and elevate internal quality metrics. You will lead efforts to reduce non-conformances, mitigate customer returns, and mentor junior team members, all while supporting production, auditing, and corrective programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Employ Six Sigma and lean methodologies to reduce scrap and rework
- Lead corrective/preventative action programs to eliminate defects and returns
- Develop training for operators, inspectors, and QA personnel
- Manage customer returns through material review and corrective actions
- Conduct internal audits and follow up on corrective actions to meet quality standards
- Support customer audits and respond to corrective requests
- Select and train staff on product evaluation tools and software
- Develop and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, and documentation
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM field
- Prior experience in aerospace or elastomer/plastics manufacturing preferred
- Strong working knowledge of QA standards and continuous improvement tools
- Highly skilled in Microsoft Office, communication, and multitasking
- Self-motivated with leadership qualities and a sense of urgency
- Bonus if you hold ASQ, Lean, or Six Sigma certifications
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