Quality Engineer

All American Racers; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

All American Racers in Santa Ana, CA is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to develop, implement, and maintain quality standards across programs. You will lead audits, supplier surveys, and continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with engineering, manufacturing and program management.

Role requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and at least 3 years of manufacturing quality experience; familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100 is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality systems.
• 3+ years as a Quality Engineer in manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and build documentation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with Mil-Spec and government contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review customer requirements to communicate quality expectations to responsible departments.
• Conduct internal and process audits; lead supplier surveys.
• Provide technical direction and support to inspection activities.
• Review drawings and work orders; approve documentation.
• Investigate product discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions.
• Document and communicate Quality Plans, test results, and analyses.
• Perform First Article Inspections (AS9102).
• Represent QA in customer and supplier communications and certifications.
• Support Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with training materials and QA tasks as needed.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

MS Office proficiency

Mil-Spec knowledge

ISO 9001 knowledge

AS9100 knowledge

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Equivalent experience

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Santa Ana, CA 92707Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 SalaryJob Shift: DayJob Category: QA - Quality Control

POSITION SUMMARY

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.

QualificationsSKILLS & 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

Lift/Carry

• 10 lbs or less O
• 11-20 lbs O
• 21-50 lbs N
• 51-100 lbs N
• Over 100 lbs N

Push/Pull

• 12 lbs or less O
• 13-25 lbs O
• 26-40 lbs N
• 41-100 lbs

Other Physical Requirements

Must be able to remain in a stationary position such as working at a desk on a computer for prolonged periods of time.

This position requires you to occasionally move about the office to access filing cabinets, office machinery, etc.

Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.

The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

This position requires the ability to navigate and access all areas of our campus.

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Required Safety Glasses

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires an on-site presence. Working conditions are 50% a normal office/lab environment and 50% a manufacturing environment and may be noisy at times. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.