Senior Quality Engineer

Employbridge; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Employbridge in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead quality initiatives across manufacturing and supplier quality. You will drive root cause analysis, corrective actions and ensure compliance with AS9100D and ISO 9001 while supporting new product introduction.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, monitoring metrics, and guiding continuous improvement projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in manufacturing quality roles, with aerospace/manufacturing exposure.
• Experience implementing AS9100D and ISO 9001 systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality initiatives across manufacturing, supplier quality, and NPI.
• Conduct root cause analyses and drive corrective actions.
• Manage APQP, PPAP, FAI activities and process capability studies.
• Develop and maintain control plans and inspection procedures.
• Monitor quality metrics (PPM, scrap, cost of quality) and report findings.
• Lead internal and supplier audits and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality engineering

Root cause analysis

APQP/PPAP

FMEA

MSA

Gage R&R

SPC

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

AS9100D/ISO 9001

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Global Shop Solutions

Job description

Senior Quality Engineer needed for a manufacturing company in Santa Ana, CA!

Salary range $83,000- $150,000

Position Summary

The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring products and processes meet customer, regulatory, and company quality standards. This role leads quality initiatives across manufacturing, supplier quality, and new product introduction, while driving continuous improvement and resolving quality issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead APQP, PPAP, First Article Inspection (FAI), and new product quality activities.
• Manage customer, supplier, and internal quality issues, ensuring timely resolution.
• Conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Perform Gage R&R, MSA, FMEA, and process capability studies.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100D, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
• Develop and maintain control plans, inspection procedures, and quality documentation.
• Monitor and report quality metrics, including PPM, scrap, rework, and cost of quality.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with engineering, production, suppliers, and customers to improve product and process quality.
• Provide quality training and guidance to cross-functional teams.
• Lead and support multiple quality improvement projects with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 8+ years of manufacturing quality experience.
• Experience in sheet metal fabrication and aerospace/manufacturing environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, Gage R&R, and root cause analysis.
• Working knowledge of AS9100D and ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems (Global Shop Solutions preferred).

Key Skills

• Quality Management Systems
• Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
• Audit & Compliance
• Project Management
• Data Analysis & Reporting

This role requires a self-motivated quality professional who can work independently, lead complex projects, and drive a culture of quality excellence throughout the organization.