Aerospace QA Chemist: Quality Control & Compliance

PPG; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

PPG's Aerospace Business in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a dedicated Quality Control/Assurance Chemist to perform qualitative and quantitative analyses of in-process samples. This onsite role reports to the Site Quality Manager and focuses on conformance and process improvement within aerospace sealants and coatings.

The ideal candidate has a chemistry background with 3+ years of lab experience and familiarity with Lean Six Sigma principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related STEM field; aerospace sealant and coatings experience preferred.
• 3+ years in a chemistry-related role performing laboratory analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain internal quality procedures and QA/Control plans.
• Review customer quality and material specifications for alignment with quality systems.
• Maintain PFMEA and conduct root cause analysis.
• Lead internal audits and participate in audits.
• Ensure test equipment is calibrated and SOPs are followed.
• Support AS9100 implementation and compliance with safety procedures.
• Assist lab technicians and perform advanced testing and material analysis.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related STEM field

Job description

PPG's Aerospace Business in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a dedicated Quality Control/Assurance Chemist to perform qualitative and quantitative analyses of in-process samples. This onsite role reports to the Site Quality Manager and focuses on conformance and process improvement within aerospace sealants and coatings.

The ideal candidate has a chemistry background with 3+ years of lab experience and familiarity with Lean Six Sigma principles.