Senior Process Engineer

Precision Castparts; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation and aerospace sector is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to ensure NADCAP compliance and elevate quality standards. Ideal candidates will have robust aerospace manufacturing experience, focusing on continuous improvement and collaboration across teams. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will drive exceptional outcomes in manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Strong background in NADCAP processes.
• Proven ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead NADCAP Compliance, ensuring manufacturing processes meet standards.
• Conduct root cause analysis for process failures.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering (preferred)

Job description

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

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior 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 heat treat and chemical process for aerospace applications, ensuring full NADCAP compliance, and driving continuous improvement across multiple engineering disciplines.

In this role, you will provide engineering support for heat treat and chemical processing, 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, 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.
• Root Cause Analysis & Problem-Solving: Conduct detailed root cause analysis for process failures and deviations, lead the implementation of corrective and preventive action, 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 alloy steels, stainless steels, aluminum, titanium and advanced alloys.
• Experience with metallurgical testing, failure analysis, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Proficiency in aerospace manufacturing software systems (e.g., ERP, MES) and data analysis tools.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Aviation & Aerospace

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