Quality Engineering

Moog Military Aircraft LLC; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401(k) matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Job summary

Moog Military Aircraft LLC in Torrance, CA seeks a Quality Engineer (Manufacturing) to join onsite and support programs for commercial and military aircraft. You will work with program teams to meet contractual quality requirements and drive key decisions.

The role emphasizes liaison with government agencies (FAA/DCMA), QE studies, root‑cause analysis, and implementing quality plans across receiving, manufacturing, assembly and test.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• 3+ years in engineering or manufacturing.
• 2+ years quality engineering in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with statistical, spreadsheet, word-processing, and database software.
• ASQ certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support program teams to meet contractual requirements and drive quality decisions for customers.
• Act as Moog liaison to support FAA and DCMA initiatives.
• Conduct QE studies and recommend design changes.
• Perform failure analysis, root cause and corrective actions, risk mitigation, and audit support.
• Develop quality plans for receiving inspection, manufacturing operations, assembly & test, and final inspection.
• Optimize inspection costs and prevent losses through statistical analysis and problem solving.

Skills

Quality engineering

Statistical analysis

Manufacturing experience

Data analysis tools

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Excel

Database software

Word processing software

Job description

Job Title

Quality Engineer (Manufacturing)

Job Details

Reporting to Quality Engineering Manager and stationed onsite in Torrance, CA. The role offers a 9/80 schedule option.

Responsibilities

• Play an integral part on program teams in meeting contractual requirements and driving crucial quality‑related decisions for customers such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Airbus, and Sikorsky for both commercial and military aircraft.
• Act as the Moog liaison and representative to support Government (FAA and DCMA) initiatives, audits and requirements.
• Support production by conducting QE studies, recommending design changes and providing quality support to manufacturing & assembly personnel.
• Activities will include failure analysis, root‑cause and corrective‑action analysis, risk mitigation, material review, customer & governmental interface, audit‑support configuration control, traceability and audit support.
• Develop Quality plans for receiving inspection, manufacturing operations, assembly & test processes and final inspection.
• Optimize inspection costs and prevent losses due to failure through statistical analysis and problem solving.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• 3+ years of professional work experience in engineering or manufacturing.
• 2+ years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with statistical, spreadsheet, word‑processing, and database software packages.
• Specialized technical knowledge of mechanical, electro‑mechanical, hydro‑mechanical components as well as manufacturing assembly and functional test methods.
• Ability to support quality‑related issues to drive program success and to convey confidence to customers during frequent interactions.
• ASQ certification is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of quality engineering experience in the aerospace industry.
• Experience with AS9100 standards.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401(k), and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations).
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Flexible paid time off, holidays, and parental leave program, relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and supplemental benefits.
• Tuition assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development, and other personal growth programs.
• Warm, respectful, family‑like environment driven by 12 core values and supported by multiple Employee Resource Groups.

Salary

Torrance, CA: $90,000.00–$120,000.00 annually.

EEO Statement

Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Additional Information

This position requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information.