Quality Assurance Engineer- Defense Manufacturing- Onsite Position

We have a rewarding opportunity for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join our facility in Santa Clarita, CA!

As our Quality Engineer you will ensure company compliance with customer and internal quality requirements. Develop methods for inspection, testing, sampling and training. Track and assess quality performance metrics and performs root cause analysis investigations.

You will design methods and procedures for inspecting, and evaluate the reliability and accuracy of production processes, production equipment, and finished products. Collect and analyze production data to identify trends and recommend changes to improve process reliability and product quality. Also review compliance to in-house and external contractual requirements, specifications and standards.

Location: Santa Clarita, CA

Salary Range : $ 80,500.00 - 107,350.00 per year

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in California. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) I Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/)

Your Challenge:

• Assists in the development, application and maintenance of quality systems and procedures.

• Collects and analyzes production data to identify trends and recommend changes to improve process reliability and product quality.

• Performs contract reviews to ensure compliance with program, project or contract quality requirements.

• Manages preventive and corrective action programs.

• Serves as technical point of contact between design engineering, purchasing, manufacturing and supply base for quality related issues and questions.

• Defines and develops quality processes, standards and criteria for receiving, in-process, and final inspection in accordance with company and contractual requirements.

• Interfaces with customers, suppliers, and other departments to identify, and resolve quality problems, including corrective and preventive actions.

• Participates in and may lead audits.

• Drives process improvements utilizing Lean/Six Sigma techniques.

• Provides technical, leadership, and supervisory support to inspection personnel.

• Develops, maintains and publishes relevant quality metrics such as field returns, customer rejections, internal first pass yield, and throughput in assigned work centers (e.g. receiving inspection, in-process inspection, final inspection, and material review board (MRB)).

• Initiates investigations to identify root cause and oversees the corrective action of manufacturing and process related discrepancies.

• Reviews and approves manufacturing process instruction sheets and other manufacturing and quality documents.

• Develops AS9102 first article inspection requirements.

• Becomes an established and active member of the material review board (MRB).

What You Bring:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, mechanical drawings and electrical/environmental test requirements

• Ability to develop and train personnel in LEAN processes and statistical methods

• Ability to interface with engineering and manufacturing and test to investigate customer failures, develop root cause and corrective actions and prepare detailed failure reports

• Ability to develop quality standards, procedures and train personnel in their use.

• Familiarity with industry quality management standards such as AS9100/ISO 9001 and technical standards such as J-STD-001/IPC-610.

• PCB fabrication and assembly experience preferred.

• Advanced computer skills required.

• Working knowledge of Minitab statistical program

• Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems

• Knowledge of statistical methods and their application.

• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma principles.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Occasional travel may be required to support procurement efforts, attend educational events or meet with vendors/customers.

Minimum Education requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Quality Assurance or a Manufacturing Technology

• 7+ years Quality Engineering experience; aerospace industry preferred.

• Green belt/Black belt certification in LEAN and statistical methods preferred

Who We Are:

Our Values (https://www.curtisswright.com/company/sustainability/core-values/default.aspx)

Environmental, Social and Governance

The Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions facility in Santa Clarita, California is the center of excellence for hardware level system integration and advanced package design.

Integrated Systems in Santa Clarita prides itself on experience, expertise, and low risk solutions. Our primary focus is understanding the technical challenges our customers face and creating partnerships in order to provide a high TRL solution.

For more information visit: Santa Clarita, California | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com)

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team (TACOE@curtisswright.com) _and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition (TA_COE@curtisswright.com) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 90 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.