Quality Analyst

Votaw Precision Technologies LLC•Santa Fe Springs, CA

5d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Analyst prepares, reviews, and compiles quality documentation demonstrating product conformity with customer, regulatory, and contractual requirements. The role also performs and documents visual product inspections before release to verify condition and compliance with applicable acceptance requirements. The position supports First Article Inspection Reports, inspection records, certifications, nonconformance documentation, and customer end-item data packages. It regularly uses Epicor, Net-Inspect, High QA Inspection Manager, Microsoft Office, and other quality-related software. The role is onsite and may require overtime and occasional support of second- or third-shift activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three or more years of aerospace quality, inspection, manufacturing documentation, or related experience.
Working knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, parts lists, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
Experience preparing or reviewing inspection reports, certifications, and customer data packages.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Strong written communication, organization, and attention to detail.
Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
U.S. person as defined by ITAR; the position requires access to information or hardware subject to ITAR.
Able to work onsite for a 40-hour work week; overtime may be required, and occasional support of second- or third-shift activities may be required.
Able to sit for extended periods and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, power tools, and other computer components.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of aerospace quality assurance or mechanical inspection experience.
Experience with Net-Inspect.
Experience with Epicor or a comparable ERP system.
Experience with High QA Inspection Manager.
Familiarity with precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, comparators, and gauges.
Knowledge of aerospace customer and industry quality requirements.
Self-motivated, adaptable, proactive in problem-solving, and willing to learn new technologies.
Strong prioritization and execution skills in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Process-driven and disciplined, with a commitment to continuous improvement and company growth.
Collaborative and effective communicator across technical, operational, and leadership teams.

Responsibilities

Prepare and compile inspection documentation, certification packages, and customer-required end-item data packages.
Create, review, and maintain AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports using Net-Inspect.
Review manufacturing travelers, inspection records, certifications, test reports, and other product build documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Verify data packages comply with customer purchase orders, drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements.
Enter and maintain quality-related information in the Epicor ERP system.
Create ballooned drawings, inspection plans, inspection reports, and AS9102 forms using High QA Inspection Manager.
Perform and document visual inspections before product release, including checks for visible damage, burrs, cleanliness, foreign object debris, identification and marking, and surface condition against applicable requirements.
Identify and report discrepancies and hold affected product from release until dispositioned in accordance with established procedures.
Document discrepancies found during inspection or documentation review and initiate nonconformance records in accordance with established procedures.
Review engineering drawings, parts lists, GD&T requirements, specifications, purchase orders, and supplemental instructions.
Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, and other departments to resolve missing or incomplete documentation.
Maintain accurate, organized, and traceable quality records.