Engineering Technician

Supports Quality Engineering activities for aerospace/UAV products by processing First Article Inspections (FAIs), nonconformance reports, inspections, and quality documentation. Assists with flight test acceptance activities, audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with AS9100 quality standards.

• Process FAIs, part approvals, inspection records, and quality documentation.
• Conduct inspections and verification activities using Agile/Oracle systems.
• Manage nonconforming materials and support corrective action processes.
• Support quality engineers with audits, product evaluations, and process improvements.
• Lead basic root cause investigations using tools such as 5-Why and Fishbone.
• Create final inspection packages (COCs, TDRs, etc.) and support customer inspections.
• Witness and document UAV flight test and acceptance activities.
• Develop and maintain quality procedures and work instructions.
• Provide guidance to junior Quality Technicians.

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2-4 years of quality, manufacturing, or aerospace experience.
• Experience with AS9100 quality systems and/or internal audits.
• Proficient in mechanical inspection tools, GD&T (ANSI Y14.5), engineering drawings, and FAI processes.
• Ability to perform pre/post-flight inspections and document test results.
• Experience documenting nonconformances and supporting corrective actions.
• Valid California driver's license with ability to travel to test sites.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and overtime as needed.