Senior QA & Regulatory Engineer – ISO/AS9100 Lead Auditor

Sanmina; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SCI is seeking a Regulatory / QA Engineer to implement and revise the quality management system, ensure ISO & AS9100 compliance, and lead audits. The role involves PFMEA, control plans, and data-driven improvements across multiple contracts.

Responsibilities include internal audits, documentation for inspections, and supporting new product introductions. A bachelor’s degree plus 12+ years in manufacturing QA/regulatory roles are required, with strong cross-functional engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar technical discipline.
• 12+ years of experience as a Quality/Regulatory Engineer in manufacturing, preferably electronics.
• Familiar with ISO9001/IATF16949, AS9100, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong ability to read and interpret standards and technical drawings.
• Proficient with standard quality tools (SPC, MSA, FMEA, control plans, PPAP).
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• ISO coordinator and lead auditor for external audits.
• Coordinate and lead customer and registrar audits.
• Maintain, review and develop QMS procedures to comply with ISO/AS standards.
• Perform internal audits to ensure process conformance.
• Develop and revise PFMEA, QC plans, and contract review documents.
• Analyze data and trends to drive corrective actions.
• Support FRACAS root-cause investigations for returns.
• Assist in NPI activities and changes affecting quality.
• Report to management on QMS performance and improvements.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Six Sigma Green projects

Lean events

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Familiarity with Agile databases

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar technical discipline

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

PowerPoint

Agile databases

Job description

SCI is seeking a Regulatory / QA Engineer to implement and revise the quality management system, ensure ISO & AS9100 compliance, and lead audits. The role involves PFMEA, control plans, and data-driven improvements across multiple contracts.

Responsibilities include internal audits, documentation for inspections, and supporting new product introductions. A bachelor’s degree plus 12+ years in manufacturing QA/regulatory roles are required, with strong cross-functional engagement.