Principal Engineer Quality

Description

The role is a Principal Quality Engineer based in Palmdale, CA.

The company works on complex aerospace systems. The team shares assignments, solves issues early so schedules are not hit, and values inclusivity, diversity, work-life balance, respect and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mission assurance specifications and processes so the program succeeds.
• Ensure quality, risk management, safety, reliability and maintainability across program work, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Work with the Mission Assurance team on continuous improvement and contract compliance.
• Lead failure investigations, customer and DCMA corrective action requests, escapements and data analytics to drive corrective actions. Report investigation status to customers within the required timeframe.
• Oversee technical quality requirements, confirm contract requirements are met and check that documentation complies.
• Lead MRB submittals and ensure compliance with customer specifications, in concurrence with the Chief Process Engineers.
• Review First Article Inspections and present them to the customer representative.
• Perform technical reviews of drawings, SOWs, requirements and other documents as needed.
• Provide mission assurance engineering support to all program organizations, including operations, production control and design engineering, through daily interaction as needed.
• Lead cross-functional teams to set and maintain quality standards.
• Serve as the primary contact for quality and safety matters with Government and DCMA representatives.
• Develop, analyze and present metrics to customers and program leadership.
• Guide the integration of mission assurance processes and requirements with engineering work across management levels and customers.
• Take part in CCB (Change Control Board) and data review activities, perform technical assessments, and interact regularly with operations, program management, engineering staff and external customers.

Requirements

• Basic: a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field plus 5 years of experience, or a Master's degree in a STEM field plus 3 years of experience.
• Basic: experience with quality management systems supporting program processes, audits and/or improvements.
• Basic: knowledge of root cause analysis and corrective action methods.
• Basic: knowledge of inspection plans and First Article Inspections.
• Basic: ability to set priorities and meet deadlines with close attention to detail.
• Basic: clear, concise written and verbal communication for senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Basic: experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Basic: experience in fast-paced program settings where schedules often shift.
• Basic: proven ability to change your schedule on short notice, including rotating shifts, evening and weekend coverage and overtime, to meet critical program milestones and production demands.
• Basic: ability to obtain and keep a US Government Secret clearance and Program Special access within a reasonable period, as the company determines based on its business needs.
• Preferred: knowledge of quality management systems such as AS9100, ISO 9001 or military quality assurance.
• Preferred: experience in quality engineering and/or mission assurance.
• Preferred: experience with technical reviews of drawings, Statement of Work and requirements traceability documents.
• Preferred: experience processing and monitoring data, collecting and analyzing it, and reporting metrics for the overall program and its segments.
• Preferred: experience with manufacturing, quality controls, inspection and/or non-conformance control.
• Preferred: prior aircraft manufacturing experience.
• Preferred: experience conducting First Article Inspections and completing DD 250 forms.

Conditions

The job is based in Palmdale, CA.

A Secret clearance is required before you start.

Travel is expected about 10% of the time.

Relocation assistance may be available.

The standard shift is a 4/10A schedule, 6am to 4:30pm.

Hours and schedules can change with business needs, and you must be willing to work any shift.

The application window is estimated at 20 days from the posting date, and may be shortened or extended based on business needs and candidate availability.

Benefits

• Primary level salary range: $103,600.00 to $155,400.00.
• The range is a general guideline. Final base pay depends on the scope and responsibilities of the role, your experience, education and skills, and current market conditions.
• Depending on the position, you may be eligible for overtime, shift differential and a discretionary bonus on top of base pay.
• Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and let you share in company results.
• VP and Director roles may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.
• Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, paid company holidays, and PTO for vacation and personal time.