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Quality EngineerSonaca • Vista, California, USA
Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

Sonaca • Vista, California, USA
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WHO ARE WE

Sonaca North America is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions we are dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. We have 13 locations across North America and our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart from the competition.

Since the beginning in 1948 we have a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services that are reliable safe and efficient. Our team of experts is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry utilizing the latest technologies and processes to ensure that we deliver the best possible solutions to our customers.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are currently seeking a Quality Engineer (QE). The QE responsible for interpreting Customer contract requirements engineering drawings & data sets specifications and other technical information to ensure compliance and proper implementation in the Quality Management System (QMS). The role of the QE spans the entire scope of the QMS from contact / proposal review through final delivery and documentation of quality acceptance.

In all actions the QE will support Strategy Quality Policy and Values by supporting our commitment to total customer satisfaction quality products and services and employee development.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential duties and responsibilities of the QE will vary depending upon the assignment within a particular operation and manufacturing location at Sonaca North America. The following list represents the key activities typical of this role :

  • Identify and communicate Customer contractual requirements
  • Provide interface to the Customer for quality related activities
  • Host and provide support for customer or industry quality audit or certification activities
  • Create Quality Assurance Program Plans as applicable
  • Update and maintain procedures and work instructions to ensure compliance with Customer requirements
  • Conduct process and product audits in support of quality compliance
  • Participate in design review design verification and Integrated Product Team (IPT) support as required
  • Create inspection plans and methods for the manufacturing operations including inspection equipment and tools necessary to provide efficient inspection processes. This would include the creation of First Article Inspection (FAI) plans as required.
  • Assist and train personnel in procedures and processes establishing and documenting inspection criteria and process improvements including process auditing
  • Participate in and lead team based corrective action and continuous improvement efforts related to continuous quality improvement
  • Utilize qualitative and statistical methods and tools to collect summarize analyze interpret and communicate process capability and performance. This would include the use of key statistical process control (SPC) tools.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCES

  • Bachelors degree from four-year College or University with major course work in engineering quality or science preferred along with 3-5 years Quality Engineering experience in the aerospace industry. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be accepted.
  • Knowledge of the Aerospace industry is preferred.
  • Inspection of detail parts tooling and assemblies required. Aerospace inspection experience and knowledge of computer aided design systems and digital product definition o5r model based definition objects is preferred.
  • Auditing experience required preferably to AS9000 / AS9100. Lead Auditor certification for AS9000 / AS9100 preferred.
  • Experience in performing root cause analysis and corrective action development.
  • Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to use enterprise applications (e.g. material resource planning product lifecycle management) and a variety of special software applications on a daily basis.
  • Certification to the Body of Knowledge for ASQ Quality Engineering preferred.
  • US Citizenship.
  • WHY CHOOSE SONACA NORTH AMERICA

    We take care of our people.

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
  • Competitive wages
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Medical dental vision life and accidental insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Employee assistance plan for access to counseling consulting and other community resources
  • Wellness program
  • Tuition assistance
  • Subject to eligibility terms and conditions

    Pay Range - $85000-$95000 annually

    This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities tasks and duties. The responsibilities tasks and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties as assigned may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an at will basis and may be terminated at any time.

    Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the companys online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system Sonaca North America will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants with disabilities may contact us at for assistance accessing the on-line application system. Callers should have a detailed description of the requested accommodation their name and preferred method of contact ready for Sonaca North Americas Human Resources Department. Sonaca North America will make every effort to respond within two (2) business days. This phone number is not for the general submission of application materials.

    Sonaca North America is an E-Verify Employer.

    Sonaca North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Disability / Veterans Employer

    NOTICE ON FRAUDULENT JOB OFFERS

    It has been brought to our attention that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers purporting to be from Sonaca North America and / or its affiliates (LMI Aerospace).

    This type of fraud is normally carried out through online services such as false websites or through fake e-mails or call from people claiming to be from the company. These persons offer fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants and often ask for sensitive personal and financial information. The fraudsters may also request recipients to provide personal information and / or to make payments as part of their fake recruiting process.

    Sonaca North America d oes not ask for any financial commitments from candidates as a pre-employment requirement and will always require candidates to formally apply for positions via the Careers Page or job postings.

    Sonaca North America has no responsibility for fraudulent offers and if you believe you have been a victim of a fraudulent job offer concerning Sonaca North America please email .

    Key Skills

    APQP,Quality Assurance,Six Sigma,ISO 9001,PPAP,Minitab,Root cause Analysis,ISO 13485,Quality Systems,Quality Management,As9100,Manufacturing

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Yearly Salary Salary : 85000 - 95000

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