Quality Engineer III

Quality EngineerCrane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join our high-performing Quality Team at our Auburn, CA/ Vian Enterprises location.Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You'll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).Founded in 1968, Crane Aerospace & Electronics' Auburn, Calif., facility, owns a rich history of excellence in the design and manufacturing of multi-stage lubrication and gerotor pumps for aerospace and defense applications. Throughout the years, our Auburn team has developed a reputation for providing industry-leading complex, highly engineered flow control products for mission-critical engine/APU systems. Located in the Northern California foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range at a new, state-of-the-art 65,000 sq. ft. facility, start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!Job SummaryThe Quality Engineer works with minimal supervision and uses originality, ingenuity and established procedures to control and monitor quality, ensuring products are consistent with industry standards, government regulations, and customer requirements. Must have knowledge and experience working with AS9145 and ISO.Essential FunctionsCollaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, Suppliers, and Customers) to ensure product quality and continuous improvement.Monitor and analyze production data, quality control systems, and critical points in the value stream to identify and address quality issues.Lead root cause analysis, recommend corrective actions, and drive qualification of product and process changes to maintain high-quality standards.Support audits, failure analysis, and reliability testing, while producing reports on nonconformance, quality trends, and root cause analyses.Review and approve quality-related document changes (ECOs, MCOs, deviations) and implement continuous improvement strategies using data-driven methods.Minimum QualificationsExperience: AS9145/APQP knowledge/experience; 5+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer in an Aerospace environment or similar manufacturing settingKnowledge: Knows and applies advanced concepts, practices and procedures of assigned product or program; Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and proceduresSkills/Abilities: Demonstrated ability to plan and accomplish goals based on experience and judgment; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff and outside professionals; Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPointEducation/Certification: BA or BS degree in Quality, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or related fieldEligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).Preferred QualificationsProficiency in Lean Principles and Implementation ToolsEducational background in Structured Problem Solving, 5S, Mistake-Proofing and process capability toolsFamiliarity with MinitabASQC Quality Engineer CertificationWorking ConditionsStandard office environmentWork requires substantial visual concentration on detailWorking conditions are normal for a manufacturing environmentManufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPEMay be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumesStanding: 10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work taskSitting: 90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work taskLifting (in pounds): up to 25 poundsPushing (in pounds): up to 25 poundsMental/Visual: use of computer, microscopeWorkspace (line, cube, etc.): cubicle/desk/work cellTop BenefitsAs a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy:Benefits: Health care, dental or life insurance starting the first day of the monthTime Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company matchEducation Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employmentIn our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.