Quality Engineer

Quality EngineerWe are seeking a mid-level Quality Engineer to join a dynamic aerospace, precision manufacturing environment. This role is hands-on, customer-facing, and focuses heavily on Statistical Process Control (SPC) to proactively reduce defects and enhance customer satisfaction. It is not a paper-only or audit-focused role. The ideal candidate will have applied SPC experience, the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and comfort working cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.ResponsibilitiesUtilize Statistical Process Control (SPC) to analyze manufacturing data, identify process variations, and implement preventive corrective actions.Interpret control charts, standard deviation, and process capability (Cp/Cpk) to optimize processes and reduce defects.Proactively identify trends to move quality efforts upstream and avoid reactive measures.Own and maintain customer RAILs and participate in daily customer-facing meetings.Respond promptly to quality concerns, documentation requests, and defect issues.Employ SPC and process improvements to lower Defective Parts Per Million (DPPM) and enhance monthly customer report cards.Review and support First Article Inspections and GD&T callouts.Collaborate with inspection teams to resolve dimensional issues and nonconformances, supporting inspection planning and controls as needed.Engage with suppliers to address failures or outages, working with Purchasing to resolve supplier quality issues and influencing corrective actions.Participate in daily cross-functional communication meetings.Essential Skills3-5 years of experience as a Quality Engineer.Strong, hands-on experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC).Proficiency in FRACAS, failure analysis, and testing.Knowledge of quality engineering, process control, and quality management systems (QMS).Experience with ERP systems, RAIL, supplier quality, and performance management.Strong skills in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in the medical device, automotive, hydraulics, or similar precision manufacturing industries.Six Sigma Green Belt certification or active application of DMAIC tools.Proven experience in reducing DPPM or similar customer quality metrics.Lean Six Sigma knowledge is beneficial.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rancho Cucamonga, CA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $62.00 - $70.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Rancho Cucamonga, CA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.