Quality Engineer - Aerospace Compliance & Continuous Improvement

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

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.