About Careertakes

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Overview

Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is hiring a Quality Engineer I to support aerospace/industrial manufacturing at a Huntington Beach, CA facility. This entry-level, full-time role supports quality systems (ISO 9001 / AS9100), FAI, APQP, and continuous improvement activities to ensure product conformity and on-time delivery.

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What You’ll Do

• Under guidance of the Quality Assurance Manager, plan and execute cost-effective quality programs that ensure contractual compliance and product integrity.
• Review contract and design documentation to identify and flow down quality requirements.
• Develop and maintain inspection plans, Control Plans, PFMEAs, and inspection instructions.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements (including deltas) and ensure documentation is current.
• Participate in APQP activities and provide test data and documentation as required.
• Support Lean implementation, continuous improvement, Kaizen, SPC, and process-capability efforts.
• Assist cross-functional teams with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and containment for non-conforming product.
• Interface with customers, source inspectors, and suppliers to ensure contractual quality requirements are met.
• Participate in internal audits and help maintain Quality System registrations (ISO 9001, AS9100, Nadcap).
• Inspect product when requested and prepare reports or data summaries as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Quality Assurance Manager.

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Required Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with Five S, Kaizen, SPC, Lean tools, and Continuous Improvement methodology.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality systems and aerospace OEM specifications and drawings.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills for internal and external stakeholders.
• Attention to detail; conscientious, organized, and able to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to read and follow internal procedures and both verbal and written instructions.
• Team-oriented mindset with a continuous improvement focus.
• Good math skills and comfort with Microsoft Office, email, and standard MRP/ERP systems (Baan/MPR or similar).
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on capability with common measuring equipment.

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Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science or four-year technical degree in a relevant field required.
• Up to three (3) years of technical experience preferred, ideally in aerospace or automotive manufacturing.

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Compensation & Location

• Base salary: USD 75,000 - 85,000 per year (paid, salaried)
• Location: Huntington Beach, California — on-site at the Confidential Client’s facility.

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Why Work Here

• Work within an established engineering/manufacturing environment focused on aerospace and industrial solutions.
• Clean, climate-controlled facility and strong company culture.
• Benefits may include paid vacation and sick time, 401(k) match, an employee stock purchase program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunity for career growth and development in quality engineering.

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Keywords / Skills

• Quality Engineer, AS9100, ISO 9001, APQP, PFMEA, FAI, Lean, Kaizen, SPC, aerospace quality engineer, Huntington Beach CA

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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