Aerospace Quality Engineer I – Flight Controls

Parker Hannifin; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive

Medical plan

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker Hannifin, Irvine, CA, seeks a quality-focused engineer to develop and maintain quality standards for aerospace products. The role emphasizes statistical methods, inspection planning, and data-driven decision making in a division supporting advanced flight controls.

The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure compliance with requirements, and contribute to lean initiatives and process improvements across the MFCD portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline; ASQ certification desired.
• Fundamental knowledge of inspection and quality engineering principles.
• Lean manufacturing/production principles knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret technical materials and specifications.
• Ability to use data analysis tools and basic business software.

Responsibilities

• Assesses quality performance using statistical methods and implements inspection procedures.
• Develops quality systems, inspection plans, and quality performance trends.
• Performs statistical analyses to evaluate products, materials, and processes.
• Supports supplier evaluations and continuous improvement programs.
• Prepares reports and contributes to cross‑functional teams on quality topics.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Quality assurance

Lean manufacturing

Data interpretation

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

American Society for Quality certification

Job description

Parker Hannifin, Irvine, CA, seeks a quality-focused engineer to develop and maintain quality standards for aerospace products. The role emphasizes statistical methods, inspection planning, and data-driven decision making in a division supporting advanced flight controls.

The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure compliance with requirements, and contribute to lean initiatives and process improvements across the MFCD portfolio.