Quality Engineer

Round-Peg Solutions (RPS); Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Round-Peg Solutions (RPS) seeks a proactive Quality Engineer to join our aerospace manufacturing team. You will lead quality initiatives, implement OEM requirements, and support APQP across product launches and process changes.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality, drive root cause analysis, and help reduce scrap and rework while preparing for Prime OEM audits and sustaining a culture of teamwork and empowerment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in quality and manufacturing engineering.
• Knowledge of AS9100 / ISO 9001 standards.
• Skilled in blueprint reading, engineering drawing interpretation, and GD&T.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills using 8D, 5-Whys, and Fishbone diagrams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Outgoing, friendly attitude with ability to promote teamwork and empowerment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Prime OEM customer requirements and contract-specific quality clauses.
• Prepare for and participate in Prime OEM Audits and ensure compliance readiness.
• Support and execute APQP processes across product launches and changes.
• Drive scrap and rework reduction via root cause analysis and process improvement.
• Standardize and optimize inspection techniques across machining, assembly, and supplier ops.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality to identify critical parameters.

Skills

Quality engineering

Manufacturing engineering

APQP

Root cause analysis

GD&T

Communication

Tools

8D

5-Whys

Fishbone diagrams

Job description

Are you an ambitious, dynamic Quality Engineer who is looking for a fast-track career and mentorship in manufacturing excellence methods? Would you be interested in working for a multi-billion-dollar organisation that is developing next-generation aerospace technology? If so, this may be the exciting career move you've been searching for.

The Quality Engineer will be responsible for:

• Lead the implementation of Prime OEM customer requirements and contract-specific quality clauses.
• Prepare for and participate in Prime OEM Audits and ensure the company is properly prepared for compliance
• Support and execute APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) processes across all relevant product launches and process changes.
• Drive the reduction of scrap and rework through root cause analysis, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Standardize and optimize inspection techniques across machining, assembly, and supplier operations.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to identify critical quality and process parameters.

The experience / qualifications required for the Quality Engineer role are:

• 1-3 years of experience in quality and manufacturing engineering
• Knowledge of AS9100 / ISO 9001 standards.
• Skilled in blueprint reading, engineering drawing interpretation, and GD&T.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills using tools like 8D, 5-Whys, and Fishbone diagrams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly.
• Outgoing, friendly attitude with the ability to promote a culture of teamwork and empowerment.

The successful Quality Engineer will enjoy an incredibly exciting career, supporting a brand new, multi-million-dollar project with a global Prime OEM. You will receive long-term mentorship by the Head of Quality in Six-Sigma, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and SPC methods whilst the company expands rapidly. You will also enjoy an employee-focused, friendly environment with a genuine career path into Senior positions as the role expands in line with company growth. If you are a dynamic, career-focused Quality Engineer, this opportunity is one not to be missed!