Quality Technician

202 ELDEC Aerospace Corp.; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401k Retirement Plan

Education Reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Crane Aerospace & Electronics in Lynnwood, WA seeks a Quality Technician to perform conformity and source inspections, audits, and process improvements. The role includes mentoring inspectors, coordinating CMM programs, and contributing to NASA and FAA-related activities.

Qualifications include 1–7 years in manufacturing, a high school diploma, and familiarity with inspection tools. Training and certification opportunities are available within a safety‑conscious, ITAR‑bound work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is required (1–7 years).
• Knowledge of measurement tools and techniques; ability to learn new ones.
• AS13001 familiarity or training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate products and processes against drawings, inspection requirements, and specifications to verify compliance.
• Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) programming and act as backup for inspection.
• Prepare FAIRs and assist in creating NCRs or corrective actions.
• Perform internal audits to ensure adherence to internal and customer guidelines.
• Conduct source inspection and DMIR activities for customers.
• Train operators and inspectors in inspection skills and measurement processes.

Skills

Quality inspection

CMM programming

Process auditing

FAIR preparation

DMIR knowledge

Training others

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMM software

Job description

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Technician at our Lynnwood, WA 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). Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power, sensing and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Advanced Air Mobility demonstrators. You’ll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

Quality Technicians are responsible for conformity inspection, source inspection, auditing, documenting, reviewing and recommending manufacturing process improvements, mentoring/training/assisting inspectors, DMIR activities

Essential Functions:

• Evaluate products and processes in accordance with engineering drawings, samples, inspection requirements, process specifications, procedures and other approved reference sources to verify compliance
• Obtain certification (ex: AS13001 Supplier Self Release Training) for and perform customer DQR source inspection and FAA DMIR activities
• Receive training as needed to conduct
• Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) programming and back up duties for inspection
• Assist in the preparation, review and approval of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
• Perform internal audits to comply with internal and customer guidelines.
• Develop checklists to be used as guidelines for audits from process specifications, work instructions, quality inspection procedures, corporate procedures, and industry or military specifications
• Evaluate products for defective or damaged components, accurate assembly, fit, adjustment, dimensions, locations, identifications, cleanliness, finishes, wire routing, encapsulation, and other conditions, pertinent to acceptable sub-assemblies, assemblies, and end items
• Observe work in process and determine compliance to operational guidelines specified in process specifications, work instructions, quality inspection procedures, heat treat log verifications and other internal and contractual requirements
• Perform defect data sorting, reporting and trending functions to facilitate identification areas or trends requiring corrective action.
• Prepare NCRs or Corrective Actions as needed
• Debrief appropriate levels of management from production leads to managers apprising them of acceptable and unacceptable activities and make viable recommendations for solution of problems when requested

Training:

• o Provide manufacturing operators and delegated inspectors with inspection skills, process measurement skills and serve as a resource for inspection issues.
• o Train and instruct others in tactical processes.

Any other tasks assigned by supervisor or management

Become certified to AS13001 Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 1-7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge: Knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical measurement tools) or the ability to learn is desired; Knowledge of performing manufacturing process audits and feedback for process improvement
• Skills/Abilities: Understand, interpret, relate and instruct others on internal, industry or customer specifications which relate to products and processes which are performed and audited; Experience and/or training in process auditing.
• Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent.

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:

Prior work as a technician, quality inspector, supervisor, or senior production operator Associates of Science degree or BA, BS degree

Working Conditions:

Standard office environment 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 Requires work with small to medium size hand and power tools Occasional travel to customer and outside test lab facilities for technical interchange meetings, design reviews, product testing support, and to attend technical seminars May need to travel domestically and internationally (up to 10%) 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 20 pounds Pushing (in pounds): up to 20 pounds Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets Workspace: cubicle/desk/lab

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy: Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date. Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 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. We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value. In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

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. 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.

#LI-WS1 #CAE Salary range: $33.42 - $40.68. 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. This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. 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.