Quality Engineer

Eleven Recruiting is hiring an experienced Quality Engineer to join one of our largest aerospace companies sitting onsite in Bell Gardens, CA. This role will manage all Quality Assurance activities related to the plating process, ensuring compliance with industry standards and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Quality Engineer will collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and customers to address and resolve quality issues, maintain efficient inspection processes, and contribute to the overall excellence of our quality management system.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement quality processes to reduce plating defects and meet flow-down requirements.
• Lead rejection reviews and non-conformance investigations, collaborating with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Perform root cause and corrective action analysis (RCCA) using industry-standard tools.
• Drive improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Maintain QMS documentation and train teams on ISO9001, AS9100, IATF 16949, and Nadcap AC7108 compliance.
• Conduct internal audits and support external audits to maintain certification standards.
• Develop and oversee inspection processes for incoming, in-process, and final stages.
• Prepare and maintain standard work instructions, process control plans, and core automotive tools (e.g., APQP, PPAP, FMEA).
• Analyze data trends to identify opportunities for improvement and optimize quality metrics.
• Manage supplier quality surveys and maintain the Approved Suppliers List.
• Work as an active team member to address quality issues, enhance productivity, and foster continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or relevant industry experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Quality Engineer, preferably in aerospace manufacturing within an AS9100-based QMS environment.
• Strong expertise in data analysis, problem-solving, and statistical techniques.
• Proficient in interpreting technical information such as blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Experience drafting technical documentation and instructions to support QMS activities.
• Knowledge of contract review for new product introductions and RMA processes.
• Familiarity with quality and manufacturing metrics, including SPC.
• Internal audit experience with ISO9001, AS9100, and/or IATF16949 standards.
• Basic understanding of Nadcap Chemical Processing requirements.
• Prior experience in plating shop operations is highly desirable.