Quality Systems Engineer, PLM Analyst

Astera Labs•San Jose, CA

13h•$148,500 - $165,000

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Systems Engineer / PLM Analyst to support the administration and continuous improvement of our Quality Management System (QMS) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) processes. This role will support the management of product data, engineering change control, and document control within Arena PLM, while also contributing to key QMS activities such as CAPA management, internal audits, and controlled documentation. The position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate product lifecycle data, effective configuration management, and compliance with quality standards across semiconductor, hardware, and optical product lines. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to ensure efficient product development processes and strong quality system governance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Quality, or a related technical field.
3–5 years of experience supporting PLM systems and/or Quality Management Systems.
Experience working with PLM platforms such as Arena PLM or similar product lifecycle management systems.
Familiarity with engineering change management (ECO/ECN), BOM management, and document control processes.
Experience supporting QMS processes such as CAPA, MRB, internal audits, and document control.
Experience working with ERP systems such as Oracle ERP or similar platforms.
Strong organizational and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting product development environments in semiconductor, electronics, or hardware manufacturing.
Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001.
Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) processes.
Knowledge of configuration management and product data governance.
Experience generating reports or analytics from PLM or ERP systems.

Responsibilities

Support administration and daily operations of Arena PLM, including product records, document control, and engineering change processes.
Create and maintain items, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and product structures for semiconductor, hardware, and optical products.
Coordinate and manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) including creation, workflow routing, and release tracking.
Maintain document revision control, lifecycle states, and product configuration data within the PLM system.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) processes including part setup, BOM releases, and product data readiness.
Ensure accurate data synchronization between PLM and ERP systems (e.g., Oracle ERP) in collaboration with IT and operations teams.
Assist with PLM data governance, cleanup, and process standardization initiatives.
Support the administration and continuous improvement of the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).
Maintain controlled documents, procedures, and records, ensuring proper revision control and accessibility.
Assist with Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) tracking and documentation.
Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) processes and nonconformance documentation.
Support internal and external audits, including documentation preparation and follow-up actions.
Maintain quality records and metrics used in management reviews and compliance reporting.
Ensure alignment between engineering changes in PLM and updates to quality system documentation.
Serve as a liaison between engineering, manufacturing, operations, and quality teams to support effective PLM and QMS processes.
Provide training and guidance to users on PLM system usage and document control procedures.
Support initiatives to improve product data management, engineering change processes, and quality system efficiency.
Drive adoption and compliance with PLM and quality documentation processes across the organization.