Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for this position:
- Must have 7 years of relevant Quality Assurance (QA) experience
- Minimum 3 years in Quality Engineering, preferably in aerospace, manufacturing, or defense
- Must have 3+ years Manufacturing, Aerospace, or similar industry experience
- In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 standards
- Proficient in FAIRs (AS9102), PPAP, APQP, and SPC
- Proficient with GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation
- Working knowledge of inspection tools and technologies (CMMs, PCMMs, Romer/Faro Arms)
- Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills
- Familiar with ERP/MRP systems
JOB SUMMARY
The Quality Engineer ensures product conformity and compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and other regulatory standards across all phases of planning, production, inspection, and post-delivery. This role supports a high-mix, low-volume aerospace environment focused on custom assemblies, requiring strong technical judgment, detailed drawing interpretation, and hands-on collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, customers, and suppliers. The Quality Engineer serves as a key technical resource for nonconformance management, inspection planning, deviations, customer quality issues, supplier audits, and cross-functional problem-solving. Additionally, the position drives customer satisfaction through the delivery of conforming products and implements documented processes to reduce reliance on tribal knowledge and promote consistent, validated practices.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own and lead MRB activities for all nonconformances, ensuring timely disposition of parts and assemblies.
- Conduct and execute on preliminary review/dispositions when full MRB is not required.
- Coordinate with Engineering and Production to determine appropriate actions (return-to-vendor, repair, rework, use-as-is, or scrap) and document decisions accurately.
- Drive systemic improvements by analyzing MRB trends and implementing preventive measures.
- Lead and facilitate RCCA investigations for internal quality issues and customer complaints using structured problem-solving tools (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa).
- Ensure corrective actions are implemented effectively and verified for sustainability.
- Coach cross-functional teams on robust root cause analysis techniques to prevent recurrence.
- Investigate and resolve customer complaints promptly, ensuring containment and corrective actions meet customer expectations.
- Communicate status updates, root cause findings, and resolution plans to customers in a professional and timely manner.
- Track complaint data, analyze trends, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce complaint frequency and severity.
- Develop and maintain internal quality standards, inspection plans, and work instructions.
- Support NPI/NPD readiness, including FAI execution per AS9102 and internal process validation.
- Conduct internal audits to ISO 9001 and support external audits.
- Monitor key quality metrics (FPY, DPPM, complaint closure time) and report performance to management.
- Provide guidance/training on GD&T, inspection methods, and quality tools.
- Additional projects and tasks as assigned by the Quality Assurance Manager.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical discipline
- (Education may be substituted for significant working experience in the related disciplines at AGSE’s discretion)
- 7 years of relevant industry experience within a quality assurance organization.
- 3 years minimum specifically in a Quality Engineering role within aerospace and/or manufacturing.
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and experience with AS9102 FAIs.
- Familiarity with APQP/PPAP (as applicable to internal processes) and SPC.
- Proficiency in reading engineering drawings and GD&T.
- Working knowledge of common inspection tools and advanced technologies (CMMs, PCMMs, Romer/FARO arms).
- Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
- Onsite role; remote work may be occasionally granted or required at the discretion of the Quality Assurance Manager.
- Ability to work Monday–Friday, with overtime as required.
- Certifications: CQE, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), or ISO 9001/AS9100 Lead Auditor preferred.
- ERP/MRP proficiency (Epicor system preferred).
- Technical and practical understanding of complex precision machined components preferred.
- Technical and practical understanding of complex mechanical and hydraulic assemblies preferred.
- Understanding of basic metallurgy and welding fundamentals preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here represent those employee encounters while performing this job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Employees work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet to moderate. However, in certain assignments, an employee may work near moving equipment and be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, biological hazards, airborne fumes, outdoor weather conditions, and loud, prolonged noise.
What We Offer
Advanced Ground Systems Engineering (AGSE) offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about AGSE and our products or services, please visit us on the internet at www.agsecorp.com
Pay: $85,000 - $120,000 plus discretionary bonus up to 10% of base salary.
Company bonuses are not guaranteed and are based on your performance, the department’s performance and/or the Company’s financial results.
While a Company bonus is not guaranteed, this position’s maximum bonus percentage range can be up to 10% of base salary.
AGSE is required by law in certain jurisdictions to include a pay scale in the job posting for this position. "Pay scale" means the salary or hourly range that AGSE reasonably expects to pay for this position; it is neither a promise nor a guarantee of the compensation that the successful candidate will receive. The pay scale for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that AGSE considers in making compensation decisions, including, without limitation: skill set, experience, and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Please note that it is not typical for AGSE employee to be at or near the top of the pay scale for their role - especially as a new hire - and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Subject to the foregoing, the current pay scale for this position is $85,000- $120,000 per year.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 standards?
- Are you proficient in FAIRs (AS9102), PPAP, APQP, and SPC?
- Are you proficient with GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation?
- Do you have working knowledge of inspection tools and technologies (CMMs, PCMMs, Romer/Faro Arms)?
Education:
Experience:
- relevant Quality Assurance (QA) : 7 years (Required)
- in Manufacturing, Aerospace, or similar industries: 3 years (Required)
- Quality Engineering: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 (Required)
Work Location: In person
