Quality Engineer I

Frontgrade Technologies; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontgrade Technologies is seeking a Quality Engineer I to support risk analysis, control plans, inspection, supplier quality, and metrology methods. The role ensures customer requirements are defined and project deliverables meet internal and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include learning manufacturing processes, participating in Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, and supporting nonconforming material processes, MRB activities, and corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering field required or applicable.
• 0–4 years experience considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Learn manufacturing processes and participate in continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma.
• Document nonconformances and support MRB activities, dispositions, containment actions, and COPQ metrics.
• Collect and analyze quality data; prepare charts and reports for leadership; participate in reviews and discussions.
• Assist in developing and maintaining inspection plans and workmanship documentation per AS9100D and customer requirements.
• Support supplier quality through documenting nonconformances and tracking supplier performance.

Skills

Risk analysis

Control plans

Inspection

Supplier quality

Metrology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

The Quality Engineer I is responsible for risk analysis, control plans, inspection, supplier quality, and metrology methodology activities. They also ensure customer requirements are defined and all project deliverables meet customer, internal and regulatory requirements including all applicable standards.

Responsibilities

• Learn manufacturing processes and actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Support the nonconforming material process by documenting nonconformances, participating in MRB activities, tracking dispositions to closure, and contributing to containment actions, root cause investigations, corrective actions, and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) metrics.
• Collect, compile, and analyze quality data (e.g., yield, scrap, rework, defect trends); prepare charts and reports for quality leadership; and participate in internal and customer reviews, presentations, and discussions to support quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of inspection plans, quality records, and workmanship documentation in accordance with AS9100D and customer requirements.
• Support supplier quality activities by documenting supplier nonconformances and compiling supplier performance metrics.
• Learn and apply electronic assembly workmanship standards, including IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, and J-STD-001, through formal training and hands‑on manufacturing experience.
• Support compliance with ESD (ANSI/ESD S20.20), FOD prevention, and counterfeit parts prevention activities.
• Assist in compiling, auditing, and maintaining product compliance documentation, including End Item Data Packages (EIDPs) and First Article Inspection (FAI) documentation per AS9102.
• Lead corrective actions, including changes to procedures to ensure completeness and currency.
• Support internal audits and assist with customer, DCMA, and third‑party AS9100D audits.
• Support root cause and corrective action investigations using structured problem‑solving tools, including 5 Whys and fishbone diagrams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• No experience required or up to 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Security Clearance.

Benefits

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting.
• 9–10 week compressed work schedule for qualifying roles.
• Career opportunities and growth.
• Tuition reimbursement/Student loan repayment.
• Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays per year.
• 8 weeks of 100% paid family leave.
• Competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one.