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Quality Assurance Engineer (Aerospace)

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Creative Pathways

Torrance, CA (In Person)

$69,202 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/4/2026

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Quality Assurance Engineer (Aerospace) Creative Pathways Torrance, CA Job Details Full-time $60,000
  • $75,000 a year 6 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Statistical software Teamwork Hypothesis testing Six Sigma Green Belt Technical documentation Math Inferential statistics Quality control within aerospace industry Training & development Delegation Statistical significance testing Standard operating procedures drafting Data analysis software Full Job Description Qualifications To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Analytical•Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Understands workflows, Quality Management Systems, Root Cause Analysis, Failure Analysis, implements and uses Six Sigma/ SPC and develops SOP'S (Standard Operating Procedures) Technical Skills•Understands and has working knowledge of
ISO 9001, AS
9100, NADCAP, Mil-Specs, ITAR, aerospace specification, metallurgy, special processing, and raw material specification; Able to clearly share expertise and transfer technical knowledge to others; Communicates technical knowledge and expertise with customers to instill confidence regarding quality function Lead Auditor and works with audits (ISO 9001, AS 9100, NADCAP) Oral and Written Communication
  • Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquires regardless of the situation; Presents complex concepts in a simple manner to achieve understanding of benefit plans at all levels of the organization Bachelor's degree in engineering in related discipline and minimum 3 to 7 years directly related experience required and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience Working knowledge of special processes, manufacturing methods, metallurgy, design, and documentation Strong drafting skills, excellent problem-solving skills, and ability to work within a team Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos Ability to write simple correspondence Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, and sampling theory To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic mainframe computer systems and familiar with Spreadsheet and Word Processing software Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables Certificates, licenses, registrations Certified 6 Sigma Black or Green Belt, Certified Quality Engineer, and/or Auditor
PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND ,SAFETY
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job The employee requires eye-hand coordination, repetitive hand movement and manual dexterity use hands to finger, handle, or feel The employee must occasionally bend, reach to shoulder level and lift, carrying, pushing and/or pulling up to 30 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus Be familiar with the site's policy and objectives To be able to make proposals for improving working conditions and limiting environmental impact Benefits 401K Paid Sick Leave PTO Responsibilities The focus of this position is to proactively plan and direct activities concerned with development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for manufacturing processes, materials, and products Perform internal and supplier audits in accordance with published schedules and procedures or specifications Review and follow-up on corrective action submittals and closes acceptable corrective actions, escalates to management as necessary any questionable corrective actions Review engineering drawings for accuracy following QA procedures Initiate and/or revise Quality Assurance manual, procedures, and work instructions Update and mail supplier quality and delivery rating reports, as required Advise the Director of Quality Assurance of any possible quality concerns/ incidents as required Is the point of contact and individual who accompanies customers during an audit and provide any requested information and documentation for on-site review Perform AS9100 awareness training and implements processes as assigned by Management Perform detailed trending analysis of related quality data identifying top issues in pareto format, and facilitate problem and/or process improvement activities Develops action plans to reach site objectives Maintain and support the Quality Management system AS9100, NADCAP, etc...
To include:
reviews, audits, and training May have supervisory and administration duties for Factory Quality Specialists Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, State government and CPI. Responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all CPI procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures at all times Required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management's attention immediately Continually seek opportunities to improve our performance by establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting our results Reports quality metrics weekly and monthly in association with Batch Rejection Rates, First Pass Yield, rework %, sorted % and scrap %, Management Business Reviews and Process Improvement Teams Prepares different formats for a variety of quality performance charts, graphs and reports Collect and report data on a daily basis Ability to create forms for quality assurance activities Use statistical tools to analyze data, make appropriate recommendations or decisions, and improve process capability using quality tools such as pareto charts and fishbone diagrams Collaborate with cross-functional groups such as Engineering, Planning and Manufacturing to resolve quality problems Support various departments with process improvements projects by using quality performance reports and graphs including pivot tables and rejection/scrap history Other duties as assigned Ways of working, Experience, and Behaviors Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings Team Work
  • Leads and or facilitates teams; Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Places success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of team members Business Acumen•Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals Cost Consciousness•Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources Adaptability•Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events Planning/Organizing•Prioritizes and plans work activities of self and others; Uses time efficiently; Plans for resources in a creative way only adding cost as absolutely necessary; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans Professionalism•Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments This position may have supervisory duties May assign work or oversee work product to less experienced Team Members Responsibility excludes direct management responsibilities including but not limited to, Performance Management, and disciplinary actions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; regularly required to walk and/or stand, and to speak and listen Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Employee will be required to wear personal safety equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and proper footwear in specified areas Be exemplary in terms of health, safety and the environment, in particular by: Respecting and ensuring respect for the instructions and rules established in the field of health, safety and the environment (in particular to CPI rules) Implementing preventive actions to reduce the environmental footprint and control health and safety risks Be familiar with the main health and safety risks and the main environmental impacts relating to the scope of his/her work
Pay:
$60,000.00
  • $75,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person