Quality Engineer lll

Innoflight LLC • San Diego, CA

4d • $120,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Quality Engineer III, you will lead quality initiatives and resolve complex quality issues across hardware and software deliverables. You’ll work closely with internal and external stakeholders to improve quality processes and ensure compliance with both company policies and industry standards. Your contributions will directly support organizational certifications, customer satisfaction, and a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent required; Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 5 or more years of cross-functional experience in Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Operations.
• Familiarity with quality control methodologies, documentation standards, and inspection processes.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, along with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the aerospace industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports Quality Initiatives: Collaborates with Quality, Engineering, and Operations programs to achieve objectives and enhance existing processes.
• Identifies Process Improvements: Works independently to optimize internal and external processes, continuously seeking value-added improvements.
• Reviews Documentation: Evaluates End Item Data Packages (EIDPs) from internal product assembly, testing, and Contract Manufacturers to ensure compliance.
• Manages Inspections and Reports: Creates First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) for customer deliveries and manages Corrective Action Reports (CARs) for internal and external issues, driving them to closure.
• Enhances Quality Control Plans: Contributes to the development of quality control plans, work instructions, and training systems.
• Supports Certifications: Aids in sustaining existing certifications and obtaining additional ones, ensuring compliance with standards and contractual requirements.
• Analyzes Workflow Issues: Identifies workflow and production issues, recommends changes, and drives improvements to enhance overall quality.
• Provides Customer Support: Offers direct support failures and assists with Return Material Authorization (RMA) workflow activities.
• Organizes Reporting: Compiles and prepares reports and metrics for management presentations, showcasing quality performance and compliance.
• Collaborates with Management: Works closely with all levels of management to ensure that internal processes yield compliant results with external standards.
• Performs Other Duties: Takes on additional responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to quality improvement.

Benefits

• Profit-Sharing Bonus
• Cash Performance Bonus
• 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance
• 10 paid holidays + 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
• Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level