Senior Quality Engineer — Aerospace Machining & Inspection

Leoforce; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Merit‑based bonus incentives

Competitive salary

Clean, organized shop

Stability - Over 60 years of history

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Leoforce, a leading aerospace precision manufacturing company in Pasadena, seeks an Experienced Quality Engineer to ensure blueprints and specifications meet the highest standards. You will play a critical role in interpreting blueprints, conducting First Article Inspections, and supporting PPAP/PFMEA documentation for new orders.

Collaboration with Production and Operations is essential to track parts in process and maintain quality across the shop. Ideal candidates will bring AS9100 Rev.

Qualifications

• Experience in Aerospace Manufacturing with a strong quality focus.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Skilled in using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Mechanical aptitude and solid mathematical skills.
• Detail-oriented with a results-driven mindset.
• AS9100 Rev. D internal audit experience.
• Familiarity with E2 or similar ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform First Article Inspections per AS9100 Rev. D standards.
• Complete PPAP and PFMEA documentation for new orders when required.
• Manage Net-Inspect requirements for customer compliance.
• Prepare competitive bids for new and repeat RFQs, including complex machined assemblies and spin‑formed parts.
• Inspect finished and in‑process products, ensuring alignment with blueprint specifications.
• Collaborate daily with Production and Operations Managers to track parts in process.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing

Blueprint reading

Inspection tools

Calipers & micrometers

Quality assurance

AS9100 Rev. D

E2 ERP system

Tools

E2 ERP system

Job description

Leoforce, a leading aerospace precision manufacturing company in Pasadena, seeks an Experienced Quality Engineer to ensure blueprints and specifications meet the highest standards. You will play a critical role in interpreting blueprints, conducting First Article Inspections, and supporting PPAP/PFMEA documentation for new orders.

Collaboration with Production and Operations is essential to track parts in process and maintain quality across the shop. Ideal candidates will bring AS9100 Rev.