An Aerospace and Defense client is looking for a Quality Engineer that will design, coordinate, and implements highly complex process sampling systems, procedures, statistical techniques, and quality systems. Develops process improvement and cost control programs throughout the plant. Performs review of customer/industry/internal specifications to ensure processes meet/exceed requirements. Provides technical support to operations, customers, and suppliers as needed.

LOCATION: Irvine, CA
POSITION: Quality Engineer
CONTRACT: 6 months or longer
PAY: $45.21/hr

This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide technical support to both internal and external customers and suppliers as needed.
Participates in continuous improvement activities in targeted areas.
Executes the Quality Assurance strategy to ensure product flow consistent with established industry standards, government regulations and various customer requirements.
Function as Lead Auditor to perform quality system audits at suppliers and internally to assess compliance to AS9100/ISO 9001 standards.
Hosts and supports Internal, Customer, Supplier, and 3rd Party Audits as required.
Works collaboratively with applicable internal functional teams to improve key metrics. Actively support Cost-Out, Scrap/Rework reduction and improved First Pass Yield site goals and objectives.
Analyzes organizational quality metrics and performs periodic reviews to evaluate results and recommends action plans to Quality Manager to close gaps at an operational level.
Contributes in using problem solving techniques and determining containment and Corrective Action solutions with applicable verification methods.
Contributes in the design and implementation of quality assurance training programs and conducts training in quality-related topics.
May participate in product development gate review meetings with launch activities including identification of customer expectations ensuring that Quality requirements and flow downs are understood and to help drive compliance.
Apply engineering and manufacturing technical knowledge to help improve supplier activities that can help Eaton’s quality, delivery and cost performance objectives
Completes Quality Engineering assignments with minimal supervision.
Define, specify, and implement quality standards and procedures for manufacturing and inspection processes.
Ensure that product shipped meet internal and external customer requirements.
Host Source inspectors and/or Customer Auditors as needed.
Formulate and implement quality assurance procedures, policies, and standards.
Provides support processing RMAs and MRB items.
Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree or Master’s Degree
3-5 years Experience in the role
At a minimum, a 7-year background check, education verification, employment verification, and drug screen will be conducted upon hire. Your suitability for employment is contingent upon successfully passing these required pre-employment screenings.
About our Client:
One of the leading global manufacturers of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices in the Aerospace and Defense industry

About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the matched for this position, apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!

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