Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer (Aerospace)

Exova•Huntington Beach, CA

36d•$80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Senior Quality Assurance Engineer (Aerospace) is responsible for leading projects and managing cross-functional activities which assure the success of the Quality Management System (QMS). This role ensures that all specimen preparation, testing, and support processes meet the company's high standards of performance, repeatability, and compliance. The Senior QA Engineer collaborates closely with customers, accreditation bodies, and the operations team to achieve conformity to requirements, identify risks, and continuously improve QA processes.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years in Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, or Laboratory Quality Management, with at least 2 years of experience managing or participating in PTP and IRR programs.
Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of QA/QC principles, proficiency testing, and statistical analysis.
Familiarity with applicable standards such as ISO 17025, ISO 9001, and ASNT guidelines.
Experience with data analysis, trend monitoring, and CAPA systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and QA data systems; experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) is an asset.
Understanding of calibration, measurement uncertainty, and inter-laboratory comparison principles.
Soft Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical data clearly.
Highly organized and detail-oriented with a proactive approach to process improvement.
Effective leadership and collaboration skills across technical and operational teams.

Responsibilities

Calculate, validate, and report key quality performance metrics on a routine basis (daily or as required).
Respond to complex quality-related inquiries from both laboratory personnel and customers, providing technical guidance and timely resolutions.
Lead cross-functional teams through root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (RCA/CAPA) processes to address nonconformances and underperforming trends.
Oversee Proficiency Testing Provider (PTP) and Internal Round Robin (IRR) programs, including: Identification of participation requirements
Procurement and preparation of test materials
Assessment of homogeneity and stability
Statistical evaluation of results
Implementation of corrective actions for outliers or anomalies
Develop protocols and procure materials for technical studies, experiments, and validation activities.
Maintain the approved vendor list and provide quality oversight for supplier qualifications and material purchases.
Manage the organization's change management system, ensuring appropriate documentation, risk evaluation, and approval processes.
Support and/or lead internal and customer audits, including preparation, execution, and follow-up of findings.
Lead quality engineering projects aimed at improving process capability, testing accuracy, and system reliability.
Prepare and deliver both formal and informal presentations on quality and testing topics to diverse audiences, including management, technical staff, and customers.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Quality Assurance Manager to support departmental and organizational goals.