Product Quality Engineer I (Onsite
Listed on 2026-08-09
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Engineering, Production QC/QA, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers
Location: US-CA-FAIRFIELD-3530 ~ 3530 Branscombe Rd ~ BRANSCOMBE
Date Posted:
Country: United States of America
Location: US-CA-FAIRFIELD-3530 ~ 3530 Branscombe Rd ~ BRANSCOMBE
Position Role Type: Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status: Not Required
At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market‑leading businesses, world‑class operations, and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunities no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
Collins Aerospace is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Product Quality Engineer I to join our Product Quality team in Fairfield, CA. This entry‑level engineering role supports the evaluation and disposition of nonconforming material from production, receiving inspection, and final inspection while developing technical knowledge of Material Review Board (MRB) processes and quality engineering principles.
As a Product Quality Engineer I, you will work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, and Procurement to support investigations of quality issues, participate in root cause and corrective action activities, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Under the guidance of senior quality engineers, you will assist with monitoring key quality performance indicators (KPIs), such as scrap, rework, and first‑pass yield, while helping ensure timely closure of quality notifications and corrective action requests (CARs).
This role provides an excellent opportunity to build technical expertise and develop a strong foundation in aerospace quality engineering.
This role is onsite in Fairfield, California.
What You Will Do:- Work safely, follow all safety rules, requirements, procedures, and instructions always.
- Participate in the safety program and be mindful of your safety and the safety of others.
- Complete all required safety training in a timely manner.
- Support MRB (Material Review Board) activities by reviewing and processing nonconforming material under the guidance of experienced quality engineers.
- Assist in evaluating discrepant material and preparing dispositions in accordance with established procedures, engineering requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Support the documentation, investigation, and timely closure of quality notifications.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, and Operations to help resolve product and process quality issues.
- Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities for assigned quality concerns.
- Collect, analyze, and report quality data related to scrap, rework, defect trends, and quality notification aging.
- Participate in Quality Clinic activities to support the identification and resolution of production quality issues.
- Assist with continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, process capability, and operational efficiency.
- Support internal audits, compliance activities, and other Quality Management System (QMS) initiatives as assigned.
- Learn and apply quality engineering principles, aerospace quality standards, and company procedures while developing technical proficiency.
- Able to learn quality engineering tools, manufacturing processes, and aerospace quality requirements.
- Typically requires a University Degree and less than 2 years prior relevant experience
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)…
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