Quality Engineer II

Quality Engineer II – Aerospace & Defense | Metallurgy & Materials Testing

Location: South Gate, California | On-Site

Salary: $95,000–$125,000 Annually

Bonus: Eligible for Quarterly Performance Bonuses

Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

YOUR NEXT MISSION: ENGINEER QUALITY. PROTECT INTEGRITY. ADVANCE AEROSPACE!

Precision Matters. Quality Is Mission-Critical. Your Expertise Makes the Difference.

In aerospace and defense, the smallest detail can have the greatest impact. Behind every reliable aircraft component, precision-engineered material, and mission-critical system is a team of quality professionals committed to ensuring nothing is left to chance.

That’s where YOU come in!

We are seeking a talented, analytical, and results-driven Quality Engineer II to join an established aerospace materials testing operation in South Gate, California.

This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in metallurgy, materials testing, quality engineering, and continuous improvement within a highly technical laboratory and manufacturing environment.

You’ll collaborate with engineering, laboratory, operations, suppliers, and customers to strengthen quality systems, solve complex technical challenges, and ensure compliance with demanding aerospace industry standards.

If you take pride in solving problems, improving processes, and protecting the integrity of aerospace materials, we want to hear from you!

YOUR MISSION: TURN TECHNICAL CHALLENGES INTO QUALITY EXCELLENCE

As a Quality Engineer II, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining and improving quality systems within a specialized materials testing and manufacturing environment.

Your expertise will help ensure that laboratory processes, testing procedures, materials, and certifications consistently meet rigorous customer and industry requirements.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Quality Engineering & Process Improvement: Develop, implement, and strengthen quality control systems, procedures, and processes.
• Corrective Action Leadership: Coordinate nonconformance investigations, NCRs, CARs, supplier corrective action requests (SCARs), and preventive actions.
• Root Cause Analysis: Apply structured problem-solving methodologies, including 8D, to investigate failures and prevent recurrence.
• Metallurgical & Materials Quality: Support quality evaluation involving metallic materials, material characteristics, mechanical testing, and laboratory processes.
• Failure Quality Analysis: Investigate nonconforming laboratory tests, determine potential causes, and coordinate effective resolution.
• Quality Management Systems: Support QMS compliance, maintain quality documentation, and drive system improvements.
• Internal & Customer Audits: Conduct internal audits, assist with customer audits, and ensure corrective actions are implemented and verified.
• Supplier Quality Management: Monitor supplier quality performance, address nonconforming products and services, and support corrective action resolution.
• Inspection & Control Planning: Develop and review inspection plans, quality documentation, and process control requirements.
• Training & Compliance: Maintain training matrices, support employee qualification records, and assist with quality procedure training.
• Quality Data & Reporting: Analyze performance metrics, investigate trends, and communicate opportunities for improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with laboratory personnel, Operations, Engineering, Quality leadership, customers, and suppliers to resolve technical issues.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in Lean and 6S initiatives that strengthen quality, safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

WORK WHERE ENGINEERING MEETS MATERIALS SCIENCE

This opportunity offers exposure to highly specialized laboratory and manufacturing processes supporting aerospace and advanced metallic applications.

Relevant technical experience includes:

• Destructive testing and mechanical testing laboratories
• Metallurgical evaluation and materials characterization
• Machining and special manufacturing processes
• Material testing, inspections, and certification requirements
• Quality investigations and nonconformance analysis
• Aerospace specifications and testing standards
• ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory quality systems
• Nadcap accreditation requirements
• Supplier quality and corrective action management

Experience in destructive testing, metallurgy, or accredited aerospace testing laboratories is particularly valuable.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE MISSION

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Quality Engineer or in a comparable quality engineering role.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality management systems.
• Familiarity with machining, special processes, applicable specifications, and quality requirements.
• Knowledge of materials testing, metallurgy, and metallic material characteristics.
• Training or experience with 8D problem-solving methodologies.
• Strong root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement capabilities.
• Ability to interpret technical information, analyze data, and develop practical corrective actions.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to cross-functional teams.

Qualifications That Will Set You Apart

• ISO/IEC 17025 experience
• Nadcap accreditation or audit experience
• Direct experience in destructive testing or metallurgical laboratories
• Aerospace manufacturing quality engineering experience
• Experience with supplier corrective actions, NCRs, CARs, and internal audits
• ASQ certification
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 6S principles
• Experience analyzing mechanical testing results and laboratory nonconformances

 VETERANS & TRANSITIONING MILITARY PROFESSIONALS – YOUR NEXT MISSION STARTS HERE!

You’ve worked in environments where precision, reliability, and accountability are non-negotiable. Now bring that experience to aerospace quality engineering.

We recognize the exceptional technical discipline, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to mission readiness that military professionals bring to the civilian workforce.

We especially encourage qualified veterans and transitioning service members with experience in:

• Military aerospace quality assurance
• Aircraft maintenance quality control
• Nondestructive inspection (NDI/NDT)
• Metallurgy and materials engineering
• Mechanical testing and technical inspections
• Defense manufacturing quality systems
• Root cause analysis and corrective action investigations
• Engineering compliance and technical auditing

Your military-developed expertise can provide a valuable foundation for a career in aerospace materials testing and quality engineering.

Candidates with military quality assurance or inspection experience who also meet the engineering education and professional experience requirements are strongly encouraged to apply.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Compensation is based on qualifications, relevant experience, and other applicable factors.

Quarterly Bonus Opportunity

Eligible employees may participate in a quarterly cash bonus program, with payouts determined by company performance and applicable plan provisions.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• 120 hours of paid time off annually
• 10 paid holidays
• Quarterly bonus eligibility
• Opportunities for professional growth and technical development
• Collaborative laboratory and manufacturing environment

Work Environment

This position operates within laboratory and manufacturing environments and may involve standing, walking, sitting, and occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals to perform essential job functions.

 NATIONAL SECURITY & EXPORT CONTROL REQUIREMENTS

This position may require access to materials, technical information, or production processes subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

Candidates must meet applicable U.S. export-control requirements. Eligibility may include U.S. persons or individuals who can obtain appropriate government export authorization.

Employment may be contingent upon verification of applicable export-control eligibility.

READY TO TAKE YOUR QUALITY ENGINEERING CAREER TO THE NEXT LEVEL?

Your expertise protects quality. Your decisions strengthen reliability. Your work helps advance aerospace excellence.

This is an opportunity to join a specialized engineering and laboratory environment where your technical knowledge, investigative abilities, and commitment to continuous improvement will make a meaningful contribution.

If you are an experienced Quality Engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges, improving systems, and working with advanced aerospace materials, we want to connect with you!

APPLY TODAY – YOUR NEXT MISSION STARTS HERE!

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We are committed to equal employment opportunity and encourage applications from all qualified professionals, including veterans and transitioning military personnel. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities.