Senior NADCAP Process Engineer

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior NADCAP Process Engineer to ensure the highest quality standards in aerospace manufacturing. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your extensive expertise in NADCAP-accredited processes to lead compliance efforts, optimize manufacturing processes, and mentor junior engineers. This position offers a unique opportunity to drive continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate across teams to meet regulatory standards. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to quality and innovation, where your contributions will significantly impact critical aerospace systems and components.

Benefits

Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan

120 hours paid time off

10 paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life insurance

401(k) plan

Long-Term Incentive Program

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing with NADCAP processes.
• Expertise in leading complex aerospace processes and ensuring compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead NADCAP compliance and oversee audits for manufacturing processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Skills

NADCAP processes

Aerospace manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Root cause analysis

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

Aerospace manufacturing software systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Country

United States of America

State / County

California

City

Santa Ana

Division

Fasteners

Company

Cherry

Function

Engineering

Workplace Type

On-Site

Position type

Full Time

Opportunity ID

17099

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Job Description

As we continue to drive excellence in our operations, we are looking for a Senior NADCAP Process Engineer to join our team. This is a key position where you will leverage your extensive expertise in NADCAP-accredited processes to lead efforts in ensuring the highest quality standards across our manufacturing operations.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior NADCAP Process Engineer with 10-15 years of expertise in aerospace manufacturing and a deep understanding of NADCAP certification processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in leading complex aerospace processes, ensuring full NADCAP compliance, and driving continuous improvement across multiple engineering disciplines, such as heat treatment, coatings and plating.

In this role, you will take ownership of NADCAP-related processes, guide cross-functional teams, and play a pivotal role in ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance for critical aerospace systems and components.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead NADCAP Compliance: Ensure all manufacturing processes, including heat treatment, coatings, welding, plating, and other aerospace-specific processes, are fully compliant with NADCAP standards, and oversee preparation for audits.
• Process Leadership & Optimization: Lead the development, validation, and continuous improvement of processes that align with NADCAP requirements, focusing on enhancing product quality, reducing waste, and improving process efficiency.
• Audit Management & Coordination: Serve as the primary point of contact for all NADCAP audits, manage audit preparation, and lead the response to non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Root Cause Analysis & Problem-Solving: Conduct detailed root cause analysis for process failures and deviations, lead the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the team.
• Mentorship & Team Leadership: Mentor and train junior engineers and technicians in NADCAP processes and aerospace standards, sharing technical expertise and fostering a culture of quality and compliance within the team.
• Collaboration Across Teams: Work closely with quality assurance, R&D, manufacturing, and engineering teams to ensure that process designs meet both customer specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Documentation & Reporting: Ensure accurate and up-to-date process documentation, including work instructions, quality reports, and audit records, while ensuring all documentation complies with NADCAP and aerospace standards.
• Performance Metrics & Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for process performance, quality, and compliance, driving a culture of ongoing process optimization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Materials Science, or related field); Master's degree preferred.
• 10-15 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing with a strong background in NADCAP processes such as heat treating, welding, coatings, and plating.
• Expertise in NADCAP requirements, audit preparation, and experience managing the NADCAP accreditation process across various aerospace processes.
• Proven ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives, resolve complex issues, and implement corrective actions in a manufacturing environment.
• Extensive knowledge of aerospace quality standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001) and industry regulations.
• Experience in mentoring, training, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and enhance process performance.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills with a proactive approach to driving results.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with senior leadership, auditors, and other stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• NADCAP Auditor Certification or equivalent experience.
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Lean Manufacturing certification.
• Expertise in aerospace materials such as titanium, advanced alloys, and composites.
• Experience with metallurgical testing, failure analysis, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Proficiency in aerospace manufacturing software systems (e.g., ERP, MES) and data analysis tools.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $125,100 to $187,700 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 2X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.

The position will be eligible to participate in the Company's Long-Term Incentive Program