Aircraft Integration Quality Engineer

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.

Our Quality Assurance team has an exciting opportunity for a first shift Aircraft Integration Quality Engineer to join the Poway team. This person develops, modifies, documents and directs the implementation and evaluation of quality assurance programs and systems on one or more mid‑size to large projects. Provides expertise and guidance in interpreting quality standards and government regulations. Collaborates with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality standards are in place.

Works on moderately complex and diverse problems where analysis of situations or data requires in‑depth evaluation of various factors.

• Develops, documents, and directs the implementation of Quality Assurance programs on medium to large scale.
• Provides oversight and support of aircraft integration on multiple programs. Interfaces with procurement, manufacturing, engineering and program departments to resolve quality issues.
• Ability to resolve problems and implement effective corrective action.
• Provides advice and guidance in interpreting quality standards and government regulations.
• Identifies and recommends design or manufacturing changes for mechanical, electrical and electronic assemblies.
• Devises and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating mechanical, electrical and electronic products for acceptability.
• Recommends design, dimensional or manufacturing process changes to improve products and reduce costs.
• Leads program and process improvement activities.
• Leads root cause/corrective action and continuous improvement activities.
• Experience in product development and specification interpretation. Sound background in the maintenance of an AS9100 system.
• Coordinate contract flow‑down in manufacturing and quality systems for all projects.
• Interface with Customer representatives.
• Must be a team player who works effectively with others.
• Must have effective communication skills (written and verbal) and strong technical skills.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics is a requirement. Able to work extended hours as required.
• Must be well versed in the Material Review Board decision process.
• Must be computer literate in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Manufacturing or quality background in aviation is preferred. Supplier Quality experience desirable. ASQ certification also desirable. FAA A&P or part 21 desirable.
• Configuration management experience desirable. As Built Configuration (ABC) and ECP validation/verification is preferred.
• Produce and Maintain First Article Inspection Reports and Inspection Plans.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Typically requires a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related discipline and six or more years of related experience with a bachelor's degree or four or more years with a master's degree. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must be able to apply a detailed understanding of inspection methods and have strong knowledge of computer operations and applications.
• Must have a strong knowledge of concepts, techniques and methods in quality management systems.
• Must have the analytical ability required to develop creative solutions to complex 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 leadership skills to direct staff members and ensure project costs and schedules are maintained while representing the organization on technical quality assurance issues.
• Sound background in the maintenance of an ISO 9000 series system or equivalent quality system procedures/program.
• Able to deliver effective technical presentations and work extended hours as required.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance is required.

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

Job Type: Full‑Time Salary

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