Product Assurance Engineer
About The Position
The Product Assurance Engineer for Quality Assurance is responsible for maintaining and improving Voyager Technologies' AS9100-certified Quality Management System while ensuring compliance, reliability, and mission readiness across aerospace and defense programs. This role supports the full product lifecycle by partnering with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and program management teams to drive quality standards from supplier qualification through final delivery. The position reports to the Quality Assurance Manager and is part of the Quality Assurance / Product Assurance team based in San Diego, California. This role is onsite — San Diego, California.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related technical field with 5 years of experience in quality engineering OR Master's degree in a related field with 2 years of experience OR 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree OR High School Diploma or Equivalent with commensurate experience.
- Working knowledge of AS9100/ISO 9001 quality management system requirements and practices.
- Experience with non-conformance management, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action processes (e.g., 8D, CAPA).
- Familiarity with MIL-STD, NASA, and/or MDA quality and reliability requirements.
- Experience conducting or supporting supplier quality audits and assessments.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced aerospace and defense environment.
- Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.
Nice To Haves
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification.
- Prior experience in an aerospace, defense, or space manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and continuously improve the AS9100-certified Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring alignment with ISO 9001, MIL-STD, NASA, and MDA requirements.
- Partner with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and program management teams to establish and enforce quality standards throughout the full product lifecycle, from supplier qualification through final delivery.
- Lead and perform inspection activities to ensure conformance to design, engineering, and customer specifications across aerospace and defense hardware and software programs.
- Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes, driving root cause analysis and effective, timely resolution.
- Conduct supplier quality audits and assessments to evaluate and improve supplier performance, quality, and regulatory compliance.
- Support internal and external audits, including AS9100 certification audits and customer or regulatory program reviews.
- Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, process efficiency, and mission readiness.
- Communicate quality metrics, risks, and program status to engineering and program management stakeholders in support of mission-critical milestones.
Benefits
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families
- Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%
- Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being.
- Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.
- The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
