Quality Engineer — Metrology & Six Sigma Expert

Sanmina Corporation; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Costa Mesa, California is seeking a qualified Quality Engineer to drive product excellence and metrology in a high‑precision PCB solutions environment. You will bridge design intent with manufacturing capability, oversee advanced inspection equipment, and champion data‑driven improvements across the factory.

The role requires GD&T mastery, hands‑on CMM data evaluation, and Six Sigma experience to reduce variation, improve yields, and support audits under ISO9001/AS9100.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of quality engineering in high-precision manufacturing.
• PCB/PCBA knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret GD&T and CTQ dimensions from blueprints.
• Analyze CMM data and validate part conformance.
• Lead Six Sigma DMAIC projects and maintain SPC charts.
• Assist with FAI/FAIR and PFMEA updates.
• Conduct internal audits and support ISO/AS9100 compliance.

Skills

GD&T Mastery

CMM Proficiency

Statistical software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Job description

Sanmina Corporation in Costa Mesa, California is seeking a qualified Quality Engineer to drive product excellence and metrology in a high‑precision PCB solutions environment. You will bridge design intent with manufacturing capability, oversee advanced inspection equipment, and champion data‑driven improvements across the factory.

The role requires GD&T mastery, hands‑on CMM data evaluation, and Six Sigma experience to reduce variation, improve yields, and support audits under ISO9001/AS9100.