Quality Engineer

We are a fast‑paced business with ambitious growth plans; if you are dedicated, enthusiastic, and always seeking ways to improve, you will enjoy a career with us! Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world’s aviation leaders. Ontic’s Chatsworth, CA site specializes in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence. With over 1,400 employees across four time zones and seven sites, the company has more than doubled in size since 2019 and is continuing to grow at pace. Role Summary You will report to the Quality Engineer Lead and will have an onsite work structure in Chatsworth, CA. The Quality Engineer will apply critical thinking to Quality Management Systems and product quality, reviewing customer contracts, communicating quality program requirements, developing and implementing quality procedures, collaborating with production and engineering, conducting audits, managing nonconformance and corrective action processes, and providing leadership and mentorship to junior engineers. Key Responsibilities Apply strategic and critical thinking to Quality Management Systems and product quality. Review customer contracts and purchase orders for quality requirements. Communicate quality program requirements internally and externally. Develop and implement quality procedures and metrics. Collaborate with production and engineering to identify risks and implement proactive quality improvement strategies. Conduct audits to assess technical capabilities and recommend improvements. Manage nonconformance and corrective action processes. Provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers. Offer technical assistance and training to inspection personnel. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. ASQ certification (CQE, CQA, CQM) or 7 years of relevant aerospace quality engineering experience. Extensive expertise in aerospace products and processes. Strong background in regulatory administration and quality engineering principles. Experience with AS9102, First Article Inspection, DISCUS/Net Inspect, root‑cause and corrective action investigation. Benefits Comprehensive medical insurance Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution Annual bonus program (varies by level and performance) Flexible working arrangements Paid volunteering opportunities Access to mental health champions Commitment to development Employee referral program Compensation Pay Range: $85,000‑110,000 Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22. C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee. Ontic is a leading manufacturer of the world’s civil and military aircraft. By becoming the OEM to critical parts others originally developed, we provide continuity, availability and longevity to our customers’ fleets, supporting them for a lifetime of flight. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ontic Engineering & Manufacturing Inc