Quality Engineer III

Ducommun Incorporated; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturing company is looking for a Quality Engineer III in Carson, California. The role involves ensuring compliance with customer and internal quality standards, driving supplier quality initiatives, and performing root cause analyses. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering and over 10 years of experience in manufacturing, particularly within aerospace products. Knowledge of quality management standards and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies is essential.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Quality engineering experience.
• Ability to write and review FAI reports in accordance with AS9102.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct development of quality systems.
• Perform trend/performance analyses.
• Ensure compliance with program/project quality requirements.
• Drive supplier-related quality initiatives.

Skills

Knowledge of electromechanical products

Excellent communications skills

Ability to multi-task

Knowledge of statistical methods

Advanced computer skills

Familiarity with industry quality management standards

Lean/Six Sigma tools

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

Tools

Inspection tools

Job description

Quality Engineer III

Ensure company compliance with customer and internal quality requirements in a high reliability manufacturing environment. Drive supplier related quality initiatives and lead supplier development efforts. Track and assess quality performance metrics and facilitate root cause analysis investigations. Facilitate process improvements utilizing Lean/Six Sigma techniques. Instill a quality culture throughout the operational processes.

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission‑critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Our Facility in Carson, CA is our Engineered Products Group location, which houses our Human Machine Interface, Motion Control Device, Radiofrequency Departments.

Job Summary

• Plan and direct development, application and maintenance of quality systems and procedures
• Perform trend/performance analyses and initiate root cause investigations
• Ensure compliance with program/project quality requirements
• Develop and implement inspection and test methods, techniques, equipment and facilities
• Drive supplier related quality initiatives and lead supplier development efforts
• Act as primary company interface with both suppliers and customers for quality related issues

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience working in a high reliability / aerospace products environment
• Knowledge of electromechanical products
• Ability to multi‑task and manage multiple priorities in a timely and efficient manner
• Excellent communications skills with all levels of employees and management
• Be able to write and review FAI reports in accordance with AS9102
• Demonstrated knowledge and analytical skills for most types of inspection tools
• Able to read and interpret documents such as blueprints and mechanical drawings including knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Ability to develop quality standards, procedures and train personnel in their use
• Familiarity with industry quality management standards such as AS9100/ISO 9001 and technical standards such as J-STD-001/IPC-610
• Advanced computer skills required
• Knowledge of statistical methods and their application
• Trained in Lean/ and Six Sigma tools and processes

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (or equivalent)
• Quality engineering experience
• 10-15 years professional experience in a manufacturing environment

Licenses, Certifications, etc.

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred
• Six Sigma/Lean Green Belt certification

Depending on the candidate’s skills, qualifications and experience, they will be hired into an entry (I) level, intermediate (II) level or expert (III) level job and pay scale.

Base Compensation: USD 91,000.00 - 125,000.00 Paid Salaried

Equal Opportunity Employer

23301 S. Wilmington Ave
Carson, California, 90745
United States