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Quality Specialist, Intelligence Systems (Second Shift)

Santa Ana, CA (OC-31)💼 Full-time💰 $41–$41🗓 2026-09-29

Core

Monitor, inspect, and propose corrective measures for incoming and final product quality to meet standards in a defense manufacturing environment.

Role type

Quality Specialist (Manufacturing/Inspection)

Builds

Incoming materials, in-process, and end-of-line inspection plans and execution for defense systems.

Domain

Defense / Aerospace Manufacturing

Required skills

Metrology inspection, GD&T, reading engineering drawings, ERP/MES software, calibrated equipment operation, root cause analysis, data collection and entry, vendor RMA management, training technicians, quality policy development, continuous improvement projects, traceability investigations

Preferred skills

ASQ CQE/CIA certification, IPC-A-610/620 certification, 6 Sigma/Lean/TQM knowledge, electrical/electronic component inspection, process auditing

Technologies

ERP/MES, CMM, Faro arm, OMM, x-ray inspection, digital characterization tools

Responsibilities

Manage Materials Review Board (MRB) process; inspect non-conforming parts at site and supplier locations; partner with Supplier Quality Engineering; assist in root cause analysis and dispositioning; manage internal re-work; ensure accurate data collection for MRB; communicate process performance and quality issues; execute Vendor Return Material Authorization (RMA); perform Verification of First Article Inspection (FAI); manage quality containment for material and tooling; create and execute inspection plans; train technicians and inspectors; propose and implement quality assurance policies; review continuous improvement projects; conduct deep-dive data and traceability investigations

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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