Aerospace Quality Engineer- Level 1

Trigo Group; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2% vacation bonus

401k with employer match

Full benefits package

Job summary

TRIGO ADR Americas seeks a Quality Engineer to evaluate supplier capabilities, baseline processes, and drive conformance across design to production. You will establish quality plans, resolve non-conformances, and participate in QMS audits with a focus on RCCA/CAPA and adherence to aerospace standards.

The role requires hands-on aerospace quality experience (airframe), strong communication, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain product quality and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years with LEAN Manufacturing applications.
• 3–5 years in Quality Engineering (FMEA, SPC, RCCA, Process Control).
• 2–3 years with ISO9100/AS9100 QMS processes in production/QA.
• 2–3 years with Aircraft Parts/Material Conformity Inspections.
• 3–5 years FAI experience with AS9102.
• 3–5 years' knowledge of inspection methods, GD&T, IPC-610/J-Std-1000.
• Airframe experience required; AVMS electronics experience required.
• Strong English verbal and written communication; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate supplier manufacturing capabilities to baseline conformance.
• Establish part quality evaluation plans from materials requests to receipt.
• Provide disposition of non-conforming materials and CAPA actions.
• Participate in QMS audits for process deficiency and corrective action.
• Ensure documentation compliance across design through production.
• Apply lean and six-sigma quality engineering methodologies.
• Collaborate with design, incoming material, production control, and R&D teams.
• Interpreting drawings and engineering standards (GD&T) and process improvements.

Skills

LEAN Manufacturing

FMEA

SPC

RCCA

Process Control

Product Evaluation

Auditing

ISO9100/AS9100 QMS

Aircraft Parts Conformity Inspections

AS9102 FAI

Drawing GD&T (ANSI 14.5)

IPC-610/J-Std-1000 Inspection

Airframe Experience

AVMS Electronic Experience

English Communication

Driver's License

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

High School or GED

6+ years hands-on Quality Engineering experience in aerospace (in lieu of degree)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

The Quality Engineerwill evaluate and/or appraise supplier's manufacturing capabilities to baseline their processes for conformance to various documented commodity checklists, and/or QMS special processes. Establishes part quality evaluation plans from materials requests through material receipt (full life-cycle). Provides resolution and disposition of non-conformance materials to ensure adequate corrective action.

• The Quality Engineeris highly supplier-focused, requiring excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) to manage supplier quality assurance responsibilities and ensure compliance across and at all levels of the organization on major programs from design through production stages.
• Evaluation of manufacturing functions and processes to ensure Quality Standards are in place
• Evaluation of inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; and performs statistical analysis to assess the cost of and determine the responsibility for, products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications.
• Participate in QMS Audits for process deficiency and correction.
• Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements.
• Interact in the areas of design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation and reliability, inventory control and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality.
• Involved in lean and six-sigma quality engineering methodologies.
• Will have 'hands-on' knowledge and experience of mechanical (Machine Shop) components, assembly, subsystem and system level concepts.
• Strong emphasis on RCCA and CAPA experience.
• Understanding of FMEA and Process Improvements and Standardization of Processes

Required Skills:

• Minimum 3-5 years with LEAN Manufacturing Application experience.
• 3-5 years' experience in areas of Quality Engineering such as: FMEA, SPC, RCCA, Process Control, Product Evaluation and Auditing
• 2-3 years' working knowledge and experience with ISO9100 and AS9100 QMS Processes, especially in Production and Quality Engineering
• 2-3 years' working knowledge and experience with Aircraft Parts and Material Conformity Inspections
• 3-5 years FAI experience with AS9102 (FAI) Protocol
• 3-5 years' knowledge and experience with inspection methods, techniques and protocols.
• 3-5 years' experience in understanding and the application of Engineering Mechanical Processes, Standard Drawings Conventions, Interpreting Drawing Specifications (ANSI 14.5) and GD&T
• 3-5 years' experience in understanding and the application of Electronic Assembly Process and Inspection, Standard Conventions (IPC-610, J-Std-1000), Interpreting Schematic Diagrams and Specifications
• Airframe experience required
• AVMS electronic experience required
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable transportation must have current/active drivers' license
• Valid drivers license and auto insurance required
• US citizenship required -Trigo ADR Americas can restrict hiring to US Citizens when government contracts require us to do so. 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(2)(C).

Required Education (including certifications):

• In lieu of a Degree, 6+ years of hands-on experience as a Quality Engineering in an Aerospace Manufacturing Environment
• High School or GED

Preferred Education and Skills (including certifications):

• Bachelor's degree is preferred from an accredited college in technical discipline (e.g., Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Quality Management)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word)
• Compatible certifications or related college courses
• Team-minded, communicative, proactive, stress-resistant, assertive
• Strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills

Working Conditions

Productivity: Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective, and timely manner with minimal direction.
Mobility: Incumbents are required to participate in assigned physical activities which may include light lifting and sitting for prolonged periods of time.
Vision: Vision sufficient to read printed documents, computer screens, and observe behavior of others.
Environment: Typical office conditions, directly working Quality management team, working with the TRIGO team, and external customers.
Other Factors: Typical hours worked are Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Incumbents may be required to work occasional extended hours and weekend overtime.
The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk (approximately 1-2 miles a day); sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee will occasionally drive long distances to and from various suppliers as needed. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

Benefits:

• TRIGO AERO GROUP provides a 2% vacation bonus (2% of salary, excluding reimbursable expenses) for employees who meet the following conditions:
  • One year of continuous employment
  • Minimum of 1,400 hours worked in the year
  • The hours calculation resets after every year
• 401k with employer match – available after 90 days of employment
• Full Time Benefit Package Includes: Comprehensive Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, FSA Health and Short-Term Disability.

Pay Range: $35 to $42 hourly, please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Trigo considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Company Overview

TRIGO ADR Americas is the leader in the Aerospace & Defense Industry providing global Supplier Delivery Assurance, Supplier Development and Quality Management Services. Trigo provides a fully integrated service solution to optimize Supplier performance through an embedded “boots on the ground” business model to drive systemic changes that enhance Supplier Quality and Supplier Delivery performance. We work as an extension of our customers to build and maintain supplier and customer collaboration to ensure improved results and provide visibility throughout the supply chain. Trigo’s team of dedicated Delivery Assurance Specialists, Supplier Development Specialists, Supplier Quality Engineers and Program Managers support hundreds of Customers and are deployed to thousands of Suppliers worldwide focused on achieving On-Time and On-Quality Delivery results.

TRIGO ADR Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans, and may require US Citizenship for employment on certain defense contracts subject to ITAR restrictions. All qualified candidates will receive consideration. Except where otherwise provided by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors.