Quality Engineer ll

Innoflight LLC • San Diego, CA

14d • $100,000 - $125,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Quality Engineer II, you’ll support quality activities across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Program teams to ensure products and processes meet customer, regulatory, and industry requirements. You’ll conduct supplier audits, lead root cause and corrective action efforts, and manage quality documentation to strengthen compliance and support successful hardware and software deliverables. You’ll analyze quality data, monitor supplier performance, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Your work ensures quality standards are upheld, risks are mitigated, and teams have the documentation, processes, and support needed to achieve mission-critical program objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field required.
• 3 or more years of cross-functional experience in Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Engineering, Operations, Supplier Quality, or Program/Product Quality.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail, accuracy, and precision.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, or mentor peers on quality-related tasks or initiatives.
• Proven ability to conduct RCA and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Ability to integrate quickly into teams and independently lead quality activities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills for working with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Positive, proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience in aerospace or other highly regulated industries.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Cross-Functional Quality Activities: Assist Engineering, Operations, and Program teams with quality-related tasks across multiple projects or product lines.
• Conduct Supplier Audits & Assessments: Perform onsite and remote evaluations to review supplier compliance, capability, and performance.
• Lead RCA & CAPA Efforts: Support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive measures to resolve internal and supplier issues.
• Manage Quality Documentation: Create, maintain, and revise Quality Control Plans, work instructions, inspection procedures, and related documents.
• Interpret Quality Requirements: Review contractual, regulatory, and industry standards to ensure proper implementation throughout the supply chain.
• Monitor Supplier Performance: Track, analyze, and report supplier metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support Internal QMS Audits: Participate in audit planning, execution, and follow-up activities in alignment with AS9100 and internal standards.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement enhancements to processes, quality controls, and supplier management.
• Maintain Quality Records: Ensure accurate, organized documentation of audits, inspections, NCRs, CAPAs, and supplier communications.
• Support Compliance Requirements: Assist regulatory, customer, and internal compliance validation activities.
• Provide Guidance to Junior Staff: Offer support, feedback, or mentorship to less experienced team members when needed.

Benefits

• 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.
• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off—whether you use it to recharge, work on a passion project, or spend time with family, the choice is yours.
• Continuous Learning & Development: We’re serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly “Lunch & Learns,” we make learning a core part of the job.
• Mission-Driven Culture: We aren’t just building tech—we’re enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency. Here, your voice is heard, your work is respected, and your individuality is celebrated.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees