Product Quality Engineer I (Onsite)
About The Position
Collins Aerospace is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Product Quality Engineer I to join our Product Quality team in Fairfield, CA. This entry-level engineering role supports the evaluation and disposition of nonconforming material from production, receiving inspection, and final inspection while developing technical knowledge of Material Review Board (MRB) processes and quality engineering principles. As a Product Quality Engineer I, you will work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, and Procurement to support investigations of quality issues, participate in root cause and corrective action activities, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Under the guidance of senior quality engineers, you will assist with monitoring key quality performance indicators (KPIs), such as scrap, rework, and first-pass yield, while helping ensure timely closure of quality notifications and corrective action requests (CARs). This role provides an excellent opportunity to build technical expertise and develop a strong foundation in aerospace quality engineering. This role is onsite in Fairfield, California.
Requirements
- Typically requires a University Degree and less than 2 years prior relevant experience
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) access.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related STEM field.
- Internship, co-op, or academic project experience in manufacturing, quality, or engineering.
- Exposure to aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with SAP, PLM systems (such as Windchill), or other enterprise systems.
- Basic knowledge of quality standards such as AS9100 and ISO 9001.
- Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Familiarity with engineering drawings, GD&T, or manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
- Work safely, follow all safety rules, requirements, procedures, and instructions always.
- Participate in the safety program and be mindful of your safety and the safety of others.
- Complete all required safety training in a timely manner.
- Support MRB (Material Review Board) activities by reviewing and processing nonconforming material under the guidance of experienced quality engineers.
- Assist in evaluating discrepant material and preparing dispositions in accordance with established procedures, engineering requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Support the documentation, investigation, and timely closure of quality notifications.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, and Operations to help resolve product and process quality issues.
- Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities for assigned quality concerns.
- Collect, analyze, and report quality data related to scrap, rework, defect trends, and quality notification aging.
- Participate in Quality Clinic activities to support the identification and resolution of production quality issues.
- Assist with continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, process capability, and operational efficiency.
- Support internal audits, compliance activities, and other Quality Management System (QMS) initiatives as assigned.
- Learn and apply quality engineering principles, aerospace quality standards, and company procedures while developing technical proficiency.
- Able to learn quality engineering tools, manufacturing processes, and aerospace quality requirements.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
- Adoption Assistance
- Autism Benefit
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
- Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
- Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
- Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
- Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
