Quality Engineer III

Quality Engineer IIIEnsure company compliance with customer and internal quality requirements in a high reliability manufacturing environment. Drive supplier related quality initiatives and lead supplier development efforts. Track and assess quality performance metrics and facilitate root cause analysis investigations. Facilitate process improvements utilizing Lean/Six Sigma techniques. Instill a quality culture throughout the operational processes.Who are we?Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Our Facility in Carson, CA is our Engineered Products Group location, which houses our Human Machine Interface, Motion Control Device, Radiofrequency Departments. Job SummaryPlan and direct development, application and maintenance of quality systems and proceduresPerform trend/performance analyses and initiates root cause investigationsEnsure compliance with program/project quality requirementsDevelop and implement inspection and test methods, techniques, equipment and facilitiesDrive supplier related quality initiatives and lead supplier development effortsAct as primary company interface with both suppliers and customers for quality related issuesRequired Skills and QualificationsExperience working in a high reliability / aerospace products environmentKnowledge of electromechanical productsAbility to multi-task and manage multiple priorities in a timely and efficient mannerExcellent communications skills with all levels of employees and managementBe able to write and review FAI reports in accordance with AS9102Demonstrated knowledge and analytical skills for most types of inspection tools Able to read and interpret documents such as blueprints and mechanical drawings including knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)Ability to develop quality standards, procedures and train personnel in their useFamiliarity with industry quality management standards such as AS9100/ISO 9001 and technical standards such as J-STD-001/IPC-610Advanced computer skills requiredKnowledge of statistical methods and their applicationTrained in Lean/ and Six Sigma tools and processes Required Experience and Education Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (or equivalent) Quality engineering experience10-15 years professional experience in a manufacturing environmentLicenses, Certifications, etc.Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferredSix Sigma/Lean Green Belt certification Depending on the candidate’s skills, qualifications and experience, they will be hired into an entry (I) level, intermediate (II) level or expert (III) level job and pay scale.Base Compensation: USD 91,000.00 - 125,000.00 Paid SalariedEqual Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled23301 S. Wilmington AveCarson, California, 90745United States #dice