Quality Engineer

LeoForce; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

80% company paid health insurance

3 weeks PTO

Job summary

LeoForce, based in Downey, CA, is seeking a Quality Engineer to own QA activities for our plating processes and ensure compliance with aerospace and defense specifications.

You will manage customer relationships, facilitate complaints, and drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and quality tools, including RCCA, 8D, and PPAP.

BS STEM preferred, 4+ years quality experience, AS9100/Nadcap/IATF16949 familiarity, and ability to read blueprints are required.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in quality, engineering, or functional testing.
• Proficiency with AS9100, Nadcap AC7108, and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of quality processes to reduce plating defects and ensure compliance.
• Manage RCCA using 8D, 5-Why, and Pareto analysis.
• Maintain QMS documentation and training for ISO 9001, AS9100, and IATF 16949.
• Oversee calibration recall program and periodic testing for plating processes.
• Bridge between engineering and quality during new product launches.
• Perform trend analysis and drive continuous improvement with Lean/Six Sigma.
• Support Nadcap and FAA audits; mentor quality team.

Skills

Quality engineering

Lean Six Sigma

RCCA

IATF 16949

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

AS9100

Nadcap AC7108

Job description

Quality Engineer

Downey,CA, US

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $100,000 - $130,000 per year

Job Details

We are seeking a Quality Engineer to manage all Quality Assurance activities related to our plating processes. This role requires a "soup to nuts" approach where you will own customer relationships, facilitate complaints, and ensure every precision component complies with rigorous aerospace and defense specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of quality processes to reduce plating defects and ensure flow down compliance.
• Manage Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) using 8D, 5-Why, and Pareto analysis.
• Maintain QMS documentation and training for ISO 9001, AS9100, and IATF 16949.
• Oversee the calibration recall program and periodic testing for all plating processes.
• Act as a bridge between engineering and quality during new product launches.
• Perform trend analysis and identify areas for continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma.
• Conduct internal audits and support 2nd and 3rd party Nadcap and FAA audits.
• Mentor and train the quality team on best practices and automotive core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA).

Qualifications

• Experience with AS9100.
• 4+ years in quality, engineering, or functional testing.
• Deep understanding of quality engineering.
• Proficiency in Nadcap AC7108 and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Strong ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications.

Nice to Haves

• Metal Aerospace Component Manufacturing is a significant plus
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or relevant industry experience.

A bit about us:

Founded over 70 years ago and based in Downey, CA, we are a leading provider of precision engineering and industrial services for the Aerospace industry. We are one of the largest firms of our kind in North America and we are growing at a rapid clip! We pride ourselves on being an industry leader that offers a great team, company culture, and work environment with strong career growth potential for every employee!

Why join us?

• Very competitive compensation and an exceptional benefits package
• 80% company paid health insurance
• 3 weeks of PTO!
• Great team, company culture, and work environment
• Strong career growth potential
• Exciting and innovative startup feel within an established, stable company