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Paramount, CA
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Lead Quality Process Engineer - Aerospace Shot Peening & Chemical Processing
Pay: $105,000/yr
Posted: 7 weeks ago
Location: Paramount, CA (Onsite)
Last Updated: 1 week ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 9/25/2026
Job Description
Onsite:
Paramount, CA FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Essential Duties and Responsibilities Serve as the site technical authority for all shot peening processes and related quality requirements. Ensure compliance with NADCAP, AS9100, customer specifications, and aerospace industry requirements. Lead NADCAP, customer, and internal audit preparation and execution. Develop, review, and maintain technique sheets, work instructions, operating procedures, and process specifications. Provide technical oversight for Automated, Manual, Tumble Peening, and Shot Peen Forming operations. Manage calibration systems for equipment, Almen gauges, and quality measurement devices. Oversee preventive maintenance programs and equipment performance monitoring. Administer document control and quality records in accordance with AS9100 requirements. Develop and maintain operator training, qualification, and certification programs. Lead root cause analysis, corrective actions, and troubleshooting activities. Drive continuous improvement and process optimization projects. Build and maintain strong working relationships with aerospace customers, OEMs, and industry partners. Serve as the primary customer and OEM technical liaison. Support new process qualifications and customer approvals. Develop process metrics and monitor operational performance. Travel as required for training, audits, customer meetings, and support of other company locations. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Preferred Qualifications Related technical field, or equivalent aerospace industry experience. Minimum 5 years aerospace shot peening experience; 10+ years preferred. Hands-on experience with automated, manual, tumble peening, and shot peen forming processes. Demonstrated NADCAP and AS9100 experience. Strong understanding of shot peening theory, Almen intensity, coverage verification, media control, and process validation. Experience with Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Bombardier requirements preferred. Project management and continuous improvement experience. Strong leadership, communication, and customer relationship skills are important. Intermediate experience with Catia programs, Word, Excel and PowerPoint are essential.
Compensation:
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