Quality Assurance Specialist

Job Description

Quality Assurance Specialist

Location:

Moorpark, CA

The role supports a team of Quality Engineers in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. The primary responsibilities involve coordination, review, and approval of quality documentation.

• Generate First Article Inspection Reports (FAI/FAIR) with QE input and oversight.
• Monitor progress of shop orders in the IFS ERP system to catch and correct documentation errors promptly.
• Review manufacturing build records and inspection reports to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Create and appropriately redact quality record packages for customers (including EIDP and other pre‑shipment paperwork).
• Generate and sign Certificates of Conformance.
• Generate quality Pareto graphs for monthly value stream management review.
• Develop processes to better manage build records and automate mistake‑proofing where practical.
• Under guidance of the QE, revise inspection plans and other manufacturing instructions.
• Participate in internal and customer quality system and safety audits.

• High school diploma or equivalent GED required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering technology, manufacturing, or business preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience as an inspector or quality professional in aerospace, defense, or medical environment.
• Experience working in a production/manufacturing team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and preferably Project).
• Strong electronic organization and file‑structure navigation skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical product drawings.
• Experience with quality documentation.
• Knowledge of a Quality Management System, including configuration management and document control.
• Experience reviewing and revising documentation.
• Willingness to work on a manufacturing shop floor as needed.
• Ability to lift 20 lbs.

• Experience generating first article inspection reports (FAIR).
• Experience with an ERP system.
• Familiarity with an AS9100/ISO
  9000 environment.
• Working knowledge of attribute and variable inspection tools/methods.
• Familiarity with inspection methods or prior inspection experience.

• Effective and professional communication with customer quality representatives.
• Attention to detail and focus during complex document reviews.
• Self‑starter who manages time and forecasts completion accurately.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ethical and responsible, striving to meet delivery commitments without compromising quality.

Salary Range: $55,000 – $90,000 per year. Salary is determined by applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and market alignment.

Ensign‑Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.