Quality Engineer I: Lean Improvement & Compliance

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

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.