Quality Engineer
The Quality Engineer at Confidential Client is responsible for monitoring and improving customer and internal quality performance using various quality tools and methodologies. This role involves developing inspection plans, interfacing with customers on quality issues, reviewing engineering and purchasing documents, assisting with audits, and supporting supplier problem resolution to ensure high-quality aircraft cabin components.
About Careertakes
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Overview
Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is seeking a Quality Engineer to support aerospace cabin interiors design, manufacturing, and aftermarket programs. This position focuses on monitoring performance, driving corrective actions and continuous improvement, developing inspection plans, and supporting customer and supplier quality activities.
What You’ll Do
- Monitor and analyze customer satisfaction KPIs and internal quality metrics (nonconformances, corrective actions).
- Lead root-cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions using quality tools (Process mapping, SPC, FMEA, Six Sigma, Kaizen, A3, fishbone).
- Develop and maintain inspection plans and quality improvement plans to support the inspection department and production teams.
- Interface with program customers and internal program leads on quality issues and status.
- Review and approve engineering, purchasing, and planning documents for quality and compliance.
- Support and participate in audits, MRB (Material Review Board), and CCB (Configuration Control Board).
- Create and submit nonconformance documentation to customers and follow through on disposition.
- Assist with supplier problem resolution and supplier quality activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (required).
- Open to entry-level and experienced candidates; demonstrated ability to learn and apply quality tools.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word; familiarity with Access/Project a plus).
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
- Experience or familiarity with CATIA is a plus.
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work occasional extended or irregular hours as business needs require.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States. Confidential Client will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Preferred / Nice-to-Have
- Certifications or training in Six Sigma, AS9100, or other aerospace quality systems.
- Prior experience in aerospace manufacturing or cabin interior programs.
- Hands-on experience creating inspection plans and using SPC tools.
Location & Employment Type
- Location: Midway City, CA (on-site).
- Employment type: Full-time, permanent.
Compensation
- Estimated base pay: $65,827 per year (estimated). Exact compensation will depend on experience and qualifications and will be confirmed by the Confidential Client during the hiring process.
Additional Details & Legal Notices
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Confidential Client follows at-will employment practices where applicable.
- Confidential Client does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.
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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