Aerospace Quality Engineer: AS9100 & Continuous Improvement

Wilder Systems; South Gate (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilder Systems in California seeks a Quality Engineer to support the QMS, drive continuous improvement, and resolve aerospace quality issues across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Purchasing. You will investigate root causes and ensure compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements.

The role collaborates with aerospace customers and suppliers, conducts audits, reviews procedures, and contributes to KPI reporting. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of Quality Engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
• Knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements.
• Assist with internal, customer, and third-party audits.
• Review and revise quality procedures, work instructions, and forms.
• Monitor effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.
• Participate in Management Review activities and quality metrics reporting.
• Provide daily support to production to resolve quality concerns.
• Review manufacturing documentation for compliance prior to release.
• Verify implementation of process controls and inspection requirements.
• Lead First Article Inspection (AS9102) activities and ensure drawings are met.
• Interface with customers regarding quality concerns and maintain records.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

GD&T understanding

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

JobBOSS ERP

CMM/FARO inspection

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wilder Systems in California seeks a Quality Engineer to support the QMS, drive continuous improvement, and resolve aerospace quality issues across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Purchasing. You will investigate root causes and ensure compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements.

The role collaborates with aerospace customers and suppliers, conducts audits, reviews procedures, and contributes to KPI reporting. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential.