Aerospace Quality Engineer: FAI & Process Improvement

Kinetic Personnel Group; Richfields (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic Personnel Group is seeking a Quality Engineer for an aerospace manufacturer in Brea, CA. You will support production by developing quality documentation, overseeing FAI activities, resolving customer quality issues, and partnering with cross-functional teams to improve processes.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 3–5 years in quality in manufacturing, and proficient Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline; equivalent industry experience considered.
• 3–5 years in Quality Engineering/QA in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting AS9102 FAI processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create, review, and maintain manufacturing quality documentation, including inspection plans, quality plans, and production routings.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes to ensure appropriate inspection and verification steps are incorporated.
• Coordinate and administer AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) activities, including determining FAI requirements, preparing inspection documentation, reviewing completed FAIR packages, and maintaining inspection records.
• Manage the customer return process from initial evaluation through resolution by investigating reported issues, coordinating inspections, generating work orders, and communicating status updates with customers.
• Analyze quality data, customer feedback, and return trends to identify recurring issues and support corrective and preventive action initiatives.
• Participate in contract and specification reviews to verify quality requirements are clearly defined prior to production.
• Work closely with Engineering, Production, and Operations teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and continuous quality enhancement.
• Assist with root cause investigations and support implementation of effective corrective actions.
• Ensure quality records and documentation remain accurate, organized, and compliant with company and customer requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related technical discipline

Tools

AS9102 FAI

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kinetic Personnel Group is seeking a Quality Engineer for an aerospace manufacturer in Brea, CA. You will support production by developing quality documentation, overseeing FAI activities, resolving customer quality issues, and partnering with cross-functional teams to improve processes.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 3–5 years in quality in manufacturing, and proficient Excel.