Quality Engineer MRB Engineer

Symphony Solutions; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Symphony Solutions in North Hollywood, CA is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer (MRB) with 5–10 years in quality/manufacturing engineering and at least 2 years hands-on MRB experience. The role focuses on MRB disposition, NCR processing, and cross-functional collaboration to drive timely resolutions.

The position involves inspecting nonconforming parts, reviewing drawings and documentation, and leading Quality Clinic meetings to address aging issues and preventive actions.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of overall Quality/Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on MRB experience – Mandatory.
• Strong nonconformance management experience.
• Experience with NCR/NCMR/QN or equivalent quality notification systems.
• Strong engineering drawing and GD&T interpretation skills.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate nonconforming materials, parts, components, and assemblies through the MRB process.
• Review and process NCR/QN and other nonconformance documentation.
• Coordinate and discuss quality issues with all relevant stakeholders, including Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Inspection, Supplier Quality, Procurement, Planning, Operations, and other functions.
• Physically inspect nonconforming parts when required to understand the actual defect/condition and support technical evaluation.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, inspection reports, dimensional results, and other technical documentation.
• Strongly understand and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and GD&T requirements.
• Evaluate nonconformances for potential impact on form, fit, function, performance, manufacturability, assembly, and downstream operations.
• Coordinate with Engineering and other stakeholders to support appropriate MRB dispositions such as Use-As-Is, Rework, Repair, Return to Vendor, and Scrap, in accordance with applicable authorization requirements.
• Organize and conduct regular Quality Clinic meetings with relevant stakeholders.
• Present and discuss open nonconformances, recurring defects, aging issues, and critical quality concerns during Quality Clinic meetings.
• Track Quality Clinic action items, responsible stakeholders, target dates, and follow up until closure.
• Drive timely closure of MRB/NCR/QN and aging quality issues.
• Perform or support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective/Preventive Actions using 5-Why, Fishbone, 8D, or similar methodologies.

Skills

MRB process

Nonconformance management

GD&T interpretation

Root Cause Analysis

CAPA

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Quality Engineer - MRB

Location: North Hollywood, CA Onsite only

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer with 5–10 years of overall experience and a minimum of 2 years of hands‑on Material Review Board (MRB) experience, preferably in the aerospace/manufacturing industry.

The role requires hands‑on involvement in nonconformance evaluation, physical inspection of parts when required, coordination with cross‑functional stakeholders, conducting Quality Clinic meetings, and driving quality issues through timely disposition and closure.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate nonconforming materials, parts, components, and assemblies through the MRB process.
• Review and process NCR/ QN and other nonconformance documentation.
• Coordinate and discuss quality issues with all relevant stakeholders, including Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Inspection, Supplier Quality, Procurement, Planning, Operations, and other functions.
• Physically inspect nonconforming parts when required to understand the actual defect/condition and support technical evaluation.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, inspection reports, dimensional results, and other technical documentation.
• Strongly understand and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and GD&T requirements.
• Evaluate nonconformances for potential impact on form, fit, function, performance, manufacturability, assembly, and downstream operations.
• Coordinate with Engineering and other stakeholders to support appropriate MRB dispositions such as Use-As-Is, Rework, Repair, Return to Vendor, and Scrap, in accordance with applicable authorization requirements.
• Organize and conduct regular Quality Clinic meetings with relevant stakeholders.
• Present and discuss open nonconformances, recurring defects, aging issues, and critical quality concerns during Quality Clinic meetings.
• Track Quality Clinic action items, responsible stakeholders, target dates, and follow up until closure.
• Drive timely closure of MRB/NCR/QN and aging quality issues.
• Perform or support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective/Preventive Actions using 5-Why, Fishbone, 8D, or similar methodologies.

Required Experience & Skills

• 5–10 years of overall Quality/Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• Minimum 2 years of hands‑on MRB experience – Mandatory.
• Strong experience in nonconformance management and MRB disposition processes.
• Experience with NCR/NCMR/QN or equivalent quality notification systems.
• Strong engineering drawing and GD&T interpretation skills.
• Hands‑on ability to inspect and evaluate parts when required.
• Good understanding of manufacturing and inspection processes.
• Experience in Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Action, 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, and CAPA.
• Experience conducting or coordinating Quality Clinic / cross‑functional quality meetings.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, coordination, and follow‑up skills.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and AS9102 is preferred.

Preferred Manufacturing Experience

Experience in aerospace or precision manufacturing involving:

• Machining
• Sheet‑metal fabrication
• Castings and forgings
• Mechanical assemblies
• Heat treatment
• Special processes

Qualification

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent discipline.
• 5–10 years of relevant industry experience.
• Minimum 2 years of direct MRB experience is mandatory.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience is preferred.

Key Competencies

• MRB & Nonconformance Management
• Engineering Drawing & GD&T Interpretation