Qa specialist Jobs in El Cajon, CA

Job Title: Quality Clerk

El Cajon - $24-$26/hr

M-F 6am-2:30pm

Job Description

The Quality Clerk plays a crucial role in supporting the AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS) within a regulated aerospace manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for maintaining controlled quality records, supporting document control activities, and ensuring data accuracy, traceability, and compliance with customer, regulatory, and export control requirements. The Quality Clerk contributes directly to audit readiness and the protection of controlled technical data.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, control, and retain quality records in accordance with AS9100 requirements for documented information and record retention.
• Verify completeness and accuracy of inspection records, certificates of conformance, material certifications, and test reports.
• Ensure full traceability of parts, materials, and documentation throughout the manufacturing and inspection lifecycle.
• Enter, maintain, and validate quality data within ERP and/or electronic QMS systems to ensure data integrity.
• Support Approved Supplier processes and assist with contamination exercises as needed.
• Assist with preparation and organization of quality records for internal, customer, and third-party audits.
• Ensure compliance with customer-specific, regulatory, and internal quality requirements.
• Handle proprietary, confidential, and export-controlled information in accordance with ITAR, EAR, and company policies.
• Support process improvement and training activities.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• 13 years of experience in document control or equivalent.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and traceability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PDF Readers/Editors).
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation such as blueprints.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in an AS9100 or ISO 9001 certified environment.
• Familiarity with AS9100 clauses related to documented information, operational control, and performance evaluation.
• Experience supporting internal, customer, or third-party audits.
• Familiarity with ERP and electronic QMS systems.
• Basic awareness of ITAR/EAR requirements in an aerospace or defense environment.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic and supportive work environment where you'll be integral in maintaining high-quality standards in aerospace manufacturing. The role offers opportunities for professional growth and active participation in process improvements and audit readiness. Enjoy a culture of ethical behavior and commitment to product safety.

Work Environment

This role is required to be on-site 5 days a week at the El Cajon, CA location. The work environment includes a desk fully set up in an office space inside the manufacturing floor, with climate control. You'll have access to copy/scanner/printer equipment and will spend some time on the floor collecting signatures and traveler documents. The role involves sitting most of the day with minimal lifting required, up to 30 lbs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of El Cajon, CA 92020.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of El Cajon, CA 92020.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in El Cajon,CA 92020.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.