Quality Engineer: Aerospace Precision Inspections

Advanced Structural Technologies; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Company-Sponsored Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Job summary

Advanced Structural Technologies (AST) in Oxnard, CA, seeks a Quality Engineer to ensure components meet specifications through inspection, problem-solv­ing, and continuous improvement. The role partners with project engineers, production, and cross‑functional teams to drive RCCA, MRB disposition, and quality system compliance.

Responsibilities include 3D inspections with laser scanning, GD&T validation, and leading First Article Inspections per AS9102.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
• 3+ years in Quality Engineering within aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Inspect components with precision tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, laser scanners).
• Interpret drawings, GD&T to validate conformance.
• Lead MRB, RCCA, and 8D/5 Whys for root cause and corrective actions.
• Support ISO/AS9100 QA and QMS audits.
• Develop inspection plans and lead First Article Inspections per AS9102.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce scrap and improve yield.

Skills

Quality engineering

Root cause analysis (8D/5 Whys)

GD&T understanding

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Quality Management

Tools

PolyWorks

CMMs

Laser scanners

Job description

Advanced Structural Technologies (AST) in Oxnard, CA, seeks a Quality Engineer to ensure components meet specifications through inspection, problem-solv­ing, and continuous improvement. The role partners with project engineers, production, and cross‑functional teams to drive RCCA, MRB disposition, and quality system compliance.

Responsibilities include 3D inspections with laser scanning, GD&T validation, and leading First Article Inspections per AS9102.