Quality Engineer

All American Racers, Inc; California; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

All American Racers, Inc. is seeking a Quality Engineer to develop, implement, and maintain quality standards across assigned programs in a manufacturing setting.

You will lead audits, support engineering, and drive continuous improvement initiatives while coordinating with customers and suppliers. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and at least 3 years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing, with strong knowledge of ISO 9001/AS9100 and the AS9102 First Article

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality systems.
• Proven ability to read and interpret drawings and build documentation.

Responsibilities

• Review customer orders and communicate quality requirements to responsible departments.
• Perform internal and process audits as assigned.
• Provide technical direction and support to inspection activities.
• Review drawings and product build documentation for accuracy.
• Investigate product discrepancies and coordinate with manufacturing and engineering to resolve issues.
• Document and track Quality Plans, test results, and analyses.
• Perform AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports.
• Represent QA in communications with customers and suppliers, including certifications and corrective actions.
• Conduct supplier surveys and apply quality requirements.
• Support training materials creation and maintenance.
• Participate in continuous improvement and Lean initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Dimensional measurement

Mil-Spec knowledge

ISO 9001 / AS9100

Analytical thinking

Time management

Stress management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Job Description

The Quality Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality standards, methods, instructions, and quality planning on assigned programs. The role includes performing supplier surveys, internal audits, and process audits. The Quality Engineer will support engineering, manufacturing, program management, and quality groups, and will be actively involved in continuous improvement initiatives and customer/supplier interactions.

POSITION DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES

• Review customer Purchase Order and Contract requirements to communicate quality requirements to responsible departments.
• Perform internal and process audits, as assigned.
• Provide technical direction and support to inspection.
• Review and approve drawings and product build (work orders) documentation.
• Review product discrepancies in manufacturing, perform investigations and coordinate with manufacturing and engineering to resolve problems.
• Document, track and communicate Quality Plans, test results, analysis & unresolved problems.
• Perform AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports
• Represent Quality Assurance in day-to-day communication with customers and suppliers, including certifications, data, and corrective actions.
• Perform supplier surveys, as assigned.
• Review supplier purchase requisitions and apply appropriate quality requirements.
• Support assigned Quality Assurance tasks, as required.
• Support the company’s training program by creating, reviewing, and updating training materials.
• Participate in and lead continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• micrometers, height gauges, etc.
• Working knowledge of Mil-Spec and government contract requirements.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 Quality Management Systems requirements.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (four-year college or technical school) Preferred. Or equivalent experience.

Field of Study:

or related field and/or equivalent experience.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Quality Engineer, in a manufacturing environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.

O (Occasionally) Position requires activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Position requires activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Position requires activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Demands