Quality Engineer II

55600BR

Company:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems

Job Summary:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Engineer to join our flight operations team. Develops, modifies, coordinates and documents the implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of quality assurance programs and systems on multiple programs. Provides guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations. Interacts with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality standards are in place. Works on problems where analysis of data requires a review of identifiable factors.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyzes design reliability and quality to recommend process changes and enhancements.

• Creates or recommends design, dimensional or manufacturing process changes to improve products and reduce costs.

• Devises and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment.

• Audits quality systems for deficiency identification and correction.

• Implement solutions to complex problems occurring internally and at vendor facilities.

• Prepare statistical analysis reports, specifications and other technical documents.

• Interprets and adapts quality standards and government regulations.

• May perform incoming material/part inspection.

• May generate nonconformance, material rejections and corrective action reports, as well as communicating final acceptance test reports with customers.

• May also generate and maintain files of all quality and as-built information for each product.

• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Additional functions and other duties as assigned or required.

• Execute Process Evaluations.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job ID#:

55600BR

Job Category:

Quality

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

State:

California

Clearance Level:

Secret

Pay Range Low:

68,770

City:

Palmdale

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Pay Range High:

116,193

Recruitment Posting Title:

Quality Engineer

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related discipline and two or more years of related experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.

• Must be able to apply a sound understanding of inspection methods and have good knowledge of computer operations and applications.

• Must have the analytical ability required to develop creative solutions to routine and non-routine quality issues and the skills required to present those solutions to internal and external contacts.

• Must be detail-oriented to accurately prepare statistical reports and technical documents in support of company objectives.

• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills to direct staff members and ensure project costs and schedules are maintained.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance required.

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Experience Level:

Entry-Level (0-2 years)

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

Workstyle:

Onsite

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.