Quality Engineer III

212 Vian Enterprises, Inc.; City of Auburn (NY); On-site; USD 109,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401k match

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Crane Aerospace and Electronics in Auburn, CA is seeking a Quality Engineer to join our high-performing Quality Team at the Vian Enterprises location. You’ll ensure products meet industry standards, government regulations, and customer requirements, with knowledge of AS9145 and ISO.

The role collaborates with Engineering, Operations, Suppliers, and Customers to drive root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience: AS9145/APQP knowledge/experience; 5+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer in an Aerospace environment or similar manufacturing setting
• Knowledge: Advanced concepts, practices and procedures of assigned product or program; familiar with field concepts and procedures
• Skills/Abilities: Able to plan and accomplish goals; strong written and verbal communication; teamwork; proficient in MS Office tools

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, Suppliers, and Customers) to ensure product quality and continuous improvement
• Monitor and analyze production data, quality control systems, and critical points to identify and address quality issues
• Lead root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and drive qualification of product/process changes
• Support audits, failure analysis, and reliability testing; produce reports on nonconformance and quality trends
• Review and approve quality-related document changes (ECOs, MCOs, deviations) and drive continuous improvement via data-driven methods

Skills

AS9145/APQP knowledge

Quality Engineer experience

Communication skills

Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint

Education

BA/BS in Quality/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Job description

About Crane

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join our high-performing Quality Team at our Auburn, CA/ Vian Enterprises location. About Crane: Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Founded in 1968, Crane Aerospace & Electronics’ Auburn, Calif., facility, owns a rich history of excellence in the design and manufacturing of multi-stage lubrication and gerotor pumps for aerospace and defense applications. Throughout the years, our Auburn team has developed a reputation for providing industry-leading complex, highly engineered flow control products for mission-critical engine/APU systems. Located in the Northern California foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range at a new, state-of-the-art 65,000 sq. ft. facility, start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary

The Quality Engineer works with minimal supervision and uses originality, ingenuity and established procedures to control and monitor quality, ensuring products are consistent with industry standards, government regulations, and customer requirements. Must have knowledge and experience working with AS9145 and ISO.

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, Suppliers, and Customers) to ensure product quality and continuous improvement.
• Monitor and analyze production data, quality control systems, and critical points in the value stream to identify and address quality issues.
• Lead root cause analysis, recommend corrective actions, and drive qualification of product and process changes to maintain high-quality standards.
• Support audits, failure analysis, and reliability testing, while producing reports on nonconformance, quality trends, and root cause analyses.
• Review and approve quality-related document changes (ECOs, MCOs, deviations) and implement continuous improvement strategies using data-driven methods.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: AS9145/APQP knowledge/experience; 5+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer in an Aerospace environment or similar manufacturing setting
• Knowledge: Knows and applies advanced concepts, practices and procedures of assigned product or program; Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures
• Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated ability to plan and accomplish goals based on experience and judgment; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff and outside professionals; Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Education/Certification

BA or BS degree in Quality, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Eligibility Requirement

This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Lean Principles and Implementation Tools
• Educational background in Structured Problem Solving, 5S, Mistake-Proofing and process capability tools
• Familiarity with Minitab ASQC Quality Engineer Certification

Working Conditions

Standard office environment / Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail / Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment / Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE / May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes / Standing: 10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task / Sitting: 90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task / Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds / Pushing (in pounds): up to 25 pounds / Mental/Visual: use of computer, microscope / Workspace (line, cube, etc.): cubicle/desk/work cell

Top Benefits

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental or life insurance starting the first day of the month
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

Salary

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Salary range for QE III: $109,000 to $128,300. Salary Range for QE IV: $129,300 - $152,700. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us. The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement - as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions.

Career Development

Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.