Quality System Specialist

Boeing; California; On-site; USD 83,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing is seeking a Quality Production Specialist to support Boeing Global Services at Travis AFB, CA. You will review non-conformances, analyze quality data, and apply aerospace knowledge to perform failure analysis and root-cause investigations.

The role requires 3+ years in QA, ability to read basic engineering drawings, and experience with safety protocols. It is a first-shift position with potential overtime; US citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in quality assurance.
• 1+ years reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specs.
• 3+ years detecting hazardous working conditions and safety issues.
• 3+ years' experience in repair, maintenance, and retrofit processes.
• 1+ years of experience with heights and fall protection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and validates product non-conformances and disposition type, quality procedures and engineering requirements.
• Performs analysis to identify and evaluate quality of products, operations and processes per QMS, procedures, contracts or regulations.
• Applies knowledge of aerospace design and systems to perform failure and forensic analysis of aerospace components and systems.
• Trains and mentors fellow employees in the Quality Management System.
• Performs root cause analysis on nonconformances to identify cause and prevent recurrence.
• Develops, modifies and documents actions to ensure problem resolution and corrective/preventive actions.
• Obtains corrective action on nonconforming plans and hardware/processes.
• Negotiates concurrence and commitments for preventive and corrective actions; reviews action plans.
• Reviews and approves quality planning changes or disposition of nonconforming hardware/products.
• Guides validation of configuration management, quality procedures and material review policies to deliver software products.
• Develops software system processes to support changing industry standards.
• Reviews and implements corrective action on audit results to ensure media is stored/handled per requirements.
• Interprets industry standards and provides recommendations for implementation.
• Creates analytical reports and coordinates with responsible parties for distribution.

Skills

Quality assurance

Engineering drawings reading

Safety awareness

Maintenance experience

Fall protection

Shift work

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Job Description

At Boeing, we are all innovators on a mission to connect, protect, explore and inspire. From the seabed to outer space, you’ll learn and grow, contributing to work that shapes the world. Find your future with us. The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Quality Production Specialist to support Boeing Global Services.

Boeing will provide Maintenance and Modifications on the USAF KC-46 program. M&M to be performed by this position At Travis AFB, CA. It is possible that training will begin at a Boeing facility. Boeing shall provide support to Government no-notice tests, inspections, audits, certifications, and validations and shall report corrective actions proposed/taken to correct discrepancies found.

Position Responsibilities

• Reviews and validates product non-conformances and disposition type, quality procedures and engineering requirements.
• Performs analysis to identify and evaluate the quality of products, operations and processes to Quality Management System requirements, applicable company procedures, contract requirements or government regulations.
• Applies knowledge of aerospace design, systems and integration to perform failure and forensic analysis of aerospace components and systems.
• Trains and mentors fellow employees in the Quality Management System.
• Performs root cause analysis on the nonconformance to identify the cause and prevent reoccurrence.
• Independently develops, modifies and documents actions to assure problem resolution or to implement corrective/preventive action and documents resolution.
• Obtains corrective action on nonconforming plans and hardware/processes.
• Negotiates concurrence, obtains commitments for taking preventive and corrective action, prioritizes quality activities and ensures problem resolution. Reviews and validates the corrective action plans and identifies effectivity to ensure completion.
• Reviews and approves Quality planning changes or disposition of nonconformance hardware products/processes.
• Guides validation of configuration management, quality procedures and material review policies to deliver the software products.
• Develops software system processes to support changing industry standards.
• Reviews and implements corrective action on audit results to ensure media is stored and handled per engineering defined requirements.
• Interprets industry standards and provide recommendations for implementation.
• Creates analytical reports and coordinates with the responsible parties for internal/external distribution.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years in quality assurance.
• 1+ years' experience having the ability to read, understand, and interpret basic engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• 3+ years' experience in detecting hazardous working conditions and safety problems via a regular check of equipment and work area.
• 3+ years' experience in repair, maintenance, and retrofit processes and practices.
• 1+ years of experience working from heights & using fall protection equipment with weight limitations.
• Must be willing to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Training and/or experience in using Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Familiarity with KC-46 platform
• Experience with U.S. Army or Air Force maintenance practices and experience partnering with customers to deliver services and products

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards and Pay Transparency

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Applicable and appropriate educational/certification credentials from an accredited institution and/or equivalent experience is required.

Summary pay range: $83,300 - $112,700/Annually

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 17, 2026

Export Control Requirements

• 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.