Qualification Engineer - Orange County, CA

Info-Ways; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Orange County, CA, is seeking a Qualification Engineer. The role includes formal qualification testing for hardware and software systems, supporting product compliance, and interfacing with design teams. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and relevant experience in a quality environment, particularly with FAA and EASA standards. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for this position, which involves some travel.

Qualifications

• 0-6 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience in an AS9100 quality environment.
• 3+ years in a test environment for compliance.
• Familiar with FAA and EASA requirements for airborne equipment.

Responsibilities

• Interface with Design and Software teams for testing.
• Collect data for Qualification Procedures.
• Manage activities of formal qualification test programs.
• Facilitate procurement for third-party labs.

Skills

Adaptability

Strong written and verbal communication

Analytical problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Temperature and pressure chambers

Vibration and Acceleration test equipment

EMI test setup

Job description

• Contract

Company Description

IT

Job Description

Role: Qualification Engineer
Location: Orange County, CA
Duration: 6+ Months

BGV will be done for the selected candidates.

Job Summary:

The Qualification Engineer performs formal qualification test activities for standard and custom hardware and software systems. This individual supports the development of procedures needed to demonstrate product compliance and assists in the evaluation of test equipment required to verify product performance during qualification tests. The Qualification Engineer may assist in the construction or modification of test fixtures. This individual may also support the formal regulatory process related to product qualification test lab readiness.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interface with Design and Software groups to identify support equipment needed to successfully execute performance verification during formal qualification testing
• Collect data for the development of Qualification Procedures needed to demonstrate product compliance to established requirements
• Facilitate third-party laboratories purchase orders and invoices
• Monitor, coordinate and manage all activities related to the execution of formal qualification test program including, but not limited to:
  • Test schedule (chronological order of test activities)
  • Set up and integration of test lab and support equipment
  • Regularly-scheduled status reports

Preferred Qualifications and/or Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in a related field
• 0-6 years of experience working in a similar role
• Experience working in a AS9100 quality environment
• 3+ years of experience in a test environment with emphasis on satisfying the authorities & OEM requirements as well as other industry standards
• Familiarization with FAA Part 25 and EASA CS Part 25 requirements related to airborne IFE equipment
• In-depth working knowledge of industry-standard RTCA and airframe qualification requirements
• In-depth working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Hands-on experience with Electrical/EMI test procedures, potential challenges and mitigation techniques
• Represent the company and interface with the FAA and company suppliers
• Hands-on experience with:
  • Temperature and pressure chambers
  • Vibration and Acceleration test equipment
  • EMI test set up and wiring
  • Feedback devices such as accelerometers and thermocouples

Soft Skills:

• Ability to adapt, plan and organize in a constantly changing environment
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Strong analytical problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction as well as in a team environment
• Ability to use discretion and independent judgment when making decisions on behalf of the company

Physical demands:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms
• May be required to handle or feel objects, tools or controls
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment:

• Office environment
• Noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate

Travel:

• Some local, domestic and international travel may be required

Training Curriculum:

• Staff Orientation
• Sexual Harassment Training
• Other programs as developed by management

The preceding functions and requirements have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations, if required, so that employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

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