Quality Engineer (Brea, CA)

Kinetic Personnel Group; Placentia (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic Personnel Group seeks a Quality Engineer for an aerospace manufacturer in Brea, CA. The role focuses on supporting production by developing quality documentation, overseeing FAI activities, resolving customer quality issues, and partnering with cross-functional teams to improve processes.

The ideal candidate will read engineering drawings, handle AS9102 tasks, analyze data, and drive corrective actions while maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 3–5 years in quality role in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of quality systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience supporting AS9102 FAI processes.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Create, review, and maintain quality documentation (inspection plans, quality plans, routings).
• Evaluate processes to ensure proper inspection steps are used in production.
• Coordinate AS9102 FAI activities and maintain records.
• Manage customer returns from evaluation to resolution; communicate status updates.
• Analyze quality data and trends to support CAPA initiatives.
• Participate in contract/spec reviews to verify quality requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering/Production to identify process improvements.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate, organized quality records and docs.
• Perform additional quality-related projects as assigned.

Skills

AS9102 FAI

Quality systems

Data analysis

Manufacturing drawings

Excel & Office

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Equivalent industry experience

Tools

Measuring equipment

Inspection software

Job description

We are seeking a Quality Engineer for an aerospace manufacturer in Brea, CA.Salary: $70,000–$75,000Location: Brea, CASchedule: Mon-Fri - 7:00 AM start (must be available for overtime)Position OverviewThis position plays an integral role in supporting production by developing quality documentation, overseeing First Article Inspection (FAI) activities, resolving customer quality issues, and partnering with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate enjoys solving problems, analyzing data, and ensuring products consistently meet customer and industry requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesCreate, review, and maintain manufacturing quality documentation, including inspection plans, quality plans, and production routings.Evaluate manufacturing processes to ensure appropriate inspection and verification steps are incorporated throughout production.Coordinate and administer AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) activities, including determining FAI requirements, preparing inspection documentation, reviewing completed FAIR packages, and maintaining inspection records.Manage the customer return process from initial evaluation through resolution by investigating reported issues, coordinating inspections, generating work orders, and communicating status updates with customers.Analyze quality data, customer feedback, and return trends to identify recurring issues and support corrective and preventive action initiatives.Participate in contract and specification reviews to verify quality requirements are clearly defined prior to production.Work closely with Engineering, Production, and Operations teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and continuous quality enhancement.Assist with root cause investigations and support implementation of effective corrective actions.Ensure quality records and documentation remain accurate, organized, and compliant with company and customer requirements.Perform additional quality-related projects and responsibilities as assigned.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline; equivalent industry experience will also be considered.Approximately 3–5 years of experience in a Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, or Quality Control role within a manufacturing environment.Working knowledge of manufacturing quality systems and continuous improvement methodologies.Experience supporting AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) processes.Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation.Familiarity with mechanical inspection methods and automated inspection equipment.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Please submit your resume for immediate consideration!KPG123