Quality Engineer - DTS Technical Reviewer

SQA Services, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 68,880 - 96,432; Part time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering company is seeking a remote Quality Engineer for a part-time contract position lasting 4-10 weeks. Responsibilities include conducting PFMEA and PPAP reviews, assessing completeness and technical accuracy, and validating data integrity. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and have over 7 years of experience in aerospace or regulated manufacturing. Strong knowledge of PFMEA, statistical analysis, and inspection methodologies is essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in aerospace, medical device, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Strong experience with PFMEA, Control Plans, and PPAP.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct PFMEA and PPAP reviews.
• Evaluate control methods and validate data integrity.
• Develop structured engineering review reports.

Skills

PFMEA

Statistical analysis

Process capability

Failure mechanisms

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

We're actively seeking a remote Quality Engineer to do DTS PFMEA reviews. This is a 4‑10 week contract position, part time, doing as‑needed work 15‑35 hour work weeks. We are looking for associates with strong experience in the aerospace industry who are willing to work as needed.

Responsibilities

• PFMEA and PPAP reviews
• Assess completeness and technical accuracy of:
  • Failure modes and failure mechanisms
  • Cause‑effect relationships tied to process steps
• Evaluate:
  • Severity, Occurrence, Detection rankings
  • Risk prioritization methodology (RPN or equivalent)
• Challenge robustness of:
  • Preventive vs. detection controls
• Verify alignment with:
  • Actual manufacturing process flow
  • Known risks identified during assessments (RCR, commodity review, FAI)
• Ensure full linkage between PFMEA and Control Plan
• Evaluate:
  • Control methods (error‑proofing, SPC, inspection)
  • Reaction plans for out‑of‑spec (OOS) conditions
• Confirm:
  • Coverage of critical characteristics
  • Adequacy of inspection frequency and methods
• Review statistical capability studies (Cp, Cpk)
• Validate:
  • Data integrity and collection methodology
  • Sample size and statistical relevance
  • Process stability (variation analysis)
• Confirm readiness against thresholds (e.g., Cpk ≥ 1.33)
• Develop structured engineering review reports including:
  • Gap assessment (Critical / Major / Minor)
  • Risk implications
  • Recommended corrective actions
• Provide clear DTS readiness recommendation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or equivalent)
• 7+ years in:
  • Aerospace, medical device, or regulated manufacturing environments
  • Supplier quality or process engineering
• Strong experience with:
  • PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP
  • Statistical analysis and process capability
• Deep understanding of:
  • Failure mechanisms and risk analysis
  • Manufacturing processes (machining, forming, assembly)
• Strong knowledge of:
  • AS9100 / ISO 9001 / GMP (as applicable)
  • AIAG Core Tools (PFMEA, MSA, SPC)
• Ability to interpret:
  • Engineering drawings and specifications
  • Inspection and test data
• Critical thinking and technical rigor
• Ability to challenge supplier assumptions constructively
• Strong written communication (client‑facing reports)
• Detail‑oriented with systems‑level thinking

SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

Must be ITAR compliant and undergo a background check.