Equipment Specialist

Equipment Specialist

ESAero is seeking an Equipment Specialist to join our Quality Compliance team. In this pivotal role, you will manage the full lifecycle of calibrated equipment from procurement and calibration to repairs, database oversight, and end-of-life retirement. Your expertise will ensure that every project is equipped with reliable, compliant tools essential for delivering products that consistently meet or exceed customer expectations.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Serve as the primary point of contact for measurement equipment and calibrated tools.
• Maintain accurate databases and records for all equipment.
• Coordinate routine equipment calibrations with external providers.
• Partner with project teams to plan and schedule calibration activities that prevent downtime.
• Apply clear, compliant labeling to tools and equipment with all pertinent information.
• Perform periodic equipment upkeep, including relabeling, battery replacement, and cleaning in preparation for calibration.
• Manage equipment utilization to support both immediate project needs and long-term planning.
• Conduct regular audits of equipment records, reports, and documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Investigate equipment nonconformances and support containment, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Recommend and implement preventive measures to reduce recurrence of equipment-related issues.
• Contribute to improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing projects and process optimization efforts that enhance quality and efficiency.
• Support the integration of new metrology technologies, automation tools, and fixturing solutions to improve repeatability and throughput.
• Ensure adherence to quality systems, customer requirements, and internal standards across all equipment-related activities.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma.
• Knowledge of and experience with basic measurement equipment.
• Excellent written communication and documentation skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a strong focus on compliance and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with proven success collaborating across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Desired Qualifications and Skills

• Associates degree in a technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in a quality-related role.
• Proven experience working with large databases.
• Experience inspecting a product or system according to specifications and requirements.
• Experience with quality standards such as AS9100 or ISO 9001 and their general practices.
• Background in aerospace or a comparable technical industry.

Comprehensive Benefits & Perks:

• Health & Wellness: Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day off.
• Life Insurance: $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families.
• Supplemental Coverage: Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with a company match to support your financial future.
• Paid Holidays: Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year.
• Work Environment: A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture.
• Ideal Location: Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play!

Company Overview

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering, product development, and manufacturing, dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective solutions to the industry. We specialize in cutting-edge system design, rapid product development, precision manufacturing, comprehensive testing, and technology demonstrations to support the evolving needs of the aerospace community. Committed to excellence, on-time delivery, and continuous growth, we invest in infrastructure to expand our manufacturing and aftermarket capabilities while maintaining the highest standards of engineering services.

At ESAero, we don't just build products, we engineer solutions that propel the aerospace industry forward.

**This position is fully on-site at ESAero in San Luis Obispo, CA**