Quality Engineer

NR Consulting; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer II for its Simi Valley location. The ideal candidate will support product testing, inspection, and quality assurance, ensuring compliance with engineering and customer requirements. The role emphasizes process improvement and corrective actions. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Quality or Engineering and have 3–7 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in MS Office and quality standards is essential. This is a full-time position targeting mid-senior level professionals.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in quality or manufacturing; supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, NQA-1 standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, test, and inspect products using various inspection tools.
• Develop and execute inspection/test activities across all manufacturing stages.
• Lead shop-floor quality improvements and audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quality or Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Quality data tools

Job description

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Lead (VMS/MSP) @ NR Consulting | MBA in Human Resources

Quality Engineer II

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Simi Valley, CA

Overview

Seeking an experienced Quality Engineer II to support product testing, inspection, and quality assurance throughout development and manufacturing. This role ensures products meet engineering, customer, and regulatory requirements while driving process improvement and leading corrective action initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, test, and inspect products using micrometers, calipers, gauges, electrical meters, and electronic inspection tools.
• Develop and execute inspection/test activities across all manufacturing stages.
• Review and update inspection forms, procedures, work instructions, and quality plans.
• Lead shop-floor quality improvements, audits, and operator inspection training.
• Support MRB and investigate root cause/corrective actions (RCCA & CAPA).
• Read and interpret drawings, GD&T, and multi-level BOMs.
• Approve FAI, final inspection reports, and drawing/spec change requests.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing & Design Engineering on PFMEA and Control Plans.
• Lead customer escape containment and advanced problem-solving activities.
• Conduct internal audits, analyze inspection data, and determine product acceptability.
• Review customer POs/contracts for quality requirements and generate compliance matrices.
• Interface with customers, engineering teams, and government representatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality or Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 3–7 years of experience in quality or manufacturing; supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, NQA-1 standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and quality data tools.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality Assurance

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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