Quality Systems Engineer

Curtiss-Wright Corporation•Santa Clarita, CA

1d•$94,700 - $126,300•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Systems Engineer is an onsite position at Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions Integrated Systems in Santa Clarita, California. Under the direction of the Senior Quality Manager, this role administers and facilitates the AS9100 and FAA-certified quality system and regulatory processes. The engineer manages QMS elements such as document control, change controls, quality events, deviations, corrective and preventive action boards, and internal audit planning and facilitation, working with cross-functional teams locally and abroad. The role supports FAA regulatory product certification, document control, internal auditing, specification review, and other quality systems functions as needed. It helps maintain regulatory compliance, prepare for and support FAA inspections and third-party audits, coordinate corrective actions, and promote continuous improvement across engineering, manufacturing, and program operations. The position also manages controlled-document workflows and supports quality activities throughout the product lifecycle. The position may require ad hoc travel and exposure to export-controlled information, subject to additional security screening. The stated annual salary range is $94,700–$126,300; the company notes that actual offers depend on qualifications, experience, position scope, and market and business considerations.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or Software Engineering, or a technical equivalent.
At least 3 years of experience implementing and maintaining a registered AS9100 QMS applied to manufacturing and product development.
Ability to manage multiple assignments, set priorities, identify and address problems, meet deadlines, and stay within budget.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills for engaging with employees, department managers, and senior management.
Strong computer literacy in MS Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access, and ERP systems.
Strong self-awareness and decision-making skills, with a results-driven approach to working under deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience in quality, quality processes, and documentation-system maintenance, particularly in the defense industry.
Proficiency with Agile, SAP, and SharePoint Online/Office 365.
IAQG AS9100 certified Lead Auditor or AATT certification.
American Society for Quality CQA, CQIA, or CQE certification.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, including 14 CFR Part 145 and 14 CFR Part 21.
Develop, review, and maintain regulatory documentation, procedures, and manuals.
Support FAA inspections, audits, and regulatory approvals.
Interpret and implement FAA regulations and industry standards across engineering and manufacturing operations.
Create, maintain, and facilitate internal and external audit schedules.
Prepare management for third-party audits; facilitate audit teams, prepare audit plans, report findings, and drive continuous improvement.
Analyze audit results, identify nonconformances, and work with department heads to develop corrective action plans.
Provide organizational training and guidance on QMS requirements and best practices.
Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and quality management and auditing practices.
Support the Quality Systems Manager in maintaining QMS integrity and promoting continuous improvement.
Drive the RCCA process through the organization, including improvements to tools, training, and metrics.
Support the Program Quality Engineering Customer Quality process, including responses and corrective actions for customer-raised SCARs, FRACAS, audit findings, and Customer Service Index feedback.
Coordinate with Program Managers, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, and Customer Service to ensure compliance and resolve customer and product-line nonconformances.
Coordinate corrective actions for nonconformances identified during internal and customer audits.
Administer and maintain the Quality System Document Management System and configuration management through Agile workflows.
Oversee the creation, review, approval, training, and distribution of controlled documents, including policies, procedures, work instructions, and quality manuals.
Prepare formal FAA regulatory communications regarding system or personnel changes as required.
Update documentation in response to regulatory changes, internal audits, or process improvements.
Conduct periodic reviews of documentation practices and systems for continued compliance and effectiveness.
Perform root cause analysis, including 8D and 5 Whys, on manufacturing issues and identify corrective and preventive actions.
Coordinate corrective and preventive actions resulting from internal and external audits.
Provide QA support for Quality Systems Changes, Program Instructions, Waivers, and Material Substitution Requests.
Support quality throughout the product lifecycle, including proposal, design, production, services, and sustainment.
Compile and analyze reports and metrics for monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc requests, including KPI, FRACAS, MRB, and COPQ data, and support improvements.
Travel on an ad hoc basis as required.