Quality Engineer

Ontic; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Competitive PTO and holiday pay

401K plan with up to 4% match

Annual bonus program

Flexible working arrangements

Paid volunteering opportunities

Job summary

Ontic, located in Chatsworth, CA, is seeking a Quality Engineer for the Second Shift. Reporting to the Quality Engineer Lead, this crucial role involves applying critical thinking to Quality Management Systems and ensuring product quality in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering and extensive aerospace experience. The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.
• 7 years of aerospace quality engineering experience needed.
• Extensive expertise in aerospace products and processes required.

Responsibilities

• Apply strategic and critical thinking to Quality Management Systems.
• Review customer contracts and purchase orders for quality requirements.
• Develop and implement quality procedures and metrics.

Skills

Quality Management Systems

Aerospace products and processes

Regulatory administration

Root Cause and Corrective Action Investigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering

ASQ certification (CQE, CQA, CQM)

Job description

We are a fast-paced business with ambitious growth plans; so if you are dedicated, enthusiastic and always seeking ways to improve, you'll enjoy a career with us!

Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world’s aviation leaders. Ontic’s Chatsworth, CA, site specializes in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence. With over 1,400 employees across four time zones and seven sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace.

Role Overview

Quality Engineer for Second Shift to join our team. You will report to the Quality Engineer Lead and will have an onsite work structure in Chatsworth, CA.

Responsibilities

• Apply strategic and critical thinking to Quality Management Systems and product quality.
• Review customer contracts and purchase orders for quality requirements.
• Communicate quality program requirements internally and externally.
• Develop and implement quality procedures and metrics.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to identify risks and implement proactive quality improvement strategies.
• Conduct audits to assess technical capabilities and recommend improvements.
• Manage nonconformance and corrective action processes.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Offer technical assistance and training to inspection personnel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• ASQ certification (CQE, CQA, CQM) or 7 years of relevant aerospace quality engineering experience.
• Extensive expertise in aerospace products and processes.
• Strong background in regulatory administration and quality engineering principles.
• AS9102 First Article Inspection, DISCUS/Net Inspect.
• Root Cause and Corrective Action Investigation experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave.
• Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution.
• Annual bonus program (varies by level and performance).
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Paid volunteering opportunities.
• Access to mental health champions.
• Commitment to development.
• Employee referral program.

EEO Statement

Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Compensation

$85,000-110,000

Compliance

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22.C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee.