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Associate Quality Engineer

Torrance, CA💼 Full-time💰 $80,000–$80,000🗓 2026-09-16 → 2026-09-29

Core

Manufacturing quality engineering for primary and secondary flight control actuation systems (FCAS) in military and commercial aircraft.

Role type

Associate Quality Engineer (Manufacturing)

Builds

FCAS systems for military aircraft (e.g., F-35, V280) and commercial aircraft

Domain

Aerospace / Defense Manufacturing

Required skills

failure analysis, root cause analysis, corrective action analysis, risk mitigation, statistical analysis, quality planning, audit support, configuration control, traceability

Preferred skills

AS9100 standards knowledge, government audit support, mechanical/electro-mechanical/hydro-mechanical component knowledge, ASQ certification

Technologies

statistical software, spreadsheet software, database software

Responsibilities

Conduct QE studies and provide quality support to manufacturing personnel; Develop quality plans for receiving inspection, manufacturing operations, assembly, and final inspection; Support government (FAA, DCMA) initiatives, audits, and requirements; Optimize inspection costs and prevent failure costs through statistical analysis and problem solving.

Seniority

Entry-level (0-2 years experience)

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