Quality Engineering Technician
Listed on 2026-02-23
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Engineering
Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer
Quality Engineering Technician
Location:
San Diego, CA, US, 92121
Business Unit:
Energy Conversion Solutions
Posting Date:
Jan 24, 2026
Join AMETEK Programmable Power, a leader in cutting‑edge programmable power solutions and systems. We specialize in designing and delivering precision AC and DC programmable power supplies, electronic loads, power subsystems, and compliance test solutions. If you're ready to work at the forefront of differentiated power technologies, this is your opportunity to make an impact in a fast‑paced, high‑tech environment!
Job SummaryThe Quality Engineering Technician works with engineers to analyze data, identify root causes of quality issues and implement solutions to improve processes and products. In addition, this position will support Quality new initiatives and rotate with other Quality Inspectors/Technicians in different areas of the manufacturing process; as well as complete inspections, reports and required documentation. Ability to travel to Orange CA for training for 4+ weeks.
Key Responsibilities- Assist engineers with quality-related tasks.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to quality.
- Develop and implement quality control plans and procedures.
- Support the implementation of corrective and preventative actions.
- Work with cross-functional teams to improve quality.
- Collaborate with customer service team with Failure analysis activities.
- Assist Source inspections and Customer’s First Articles submission.
- Perform Inspection and applicable test to Engineering requirements specified per ANSI Y14.5 Standards, Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T), Electrical Diagrams, schematics and Specifications.
- Provide quality support for production on‑floor quality issues with regards to sheet metal and other mechanical parts.
- Provide inspection support on production products in support of aerospace requirements and other customer requirements.
- Provide support to QEs with equipment calibration and segregation.
- Provide support with First article, MRB and Incoming Inspection activities.
- Support new quality initiatives and continuous improvements.
- Manage Gage Pack software to track internal tool verification.
- Technical associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience at test and inspection in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Due to the nature of our programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the U.S. and additionally must be legally authorized to access export‑controlled information and source code.
- Previous aerospace and defense industry experience.
- Ability to troubleshoot to component level in analog and digital circuits.
- Ability to program and debug microcontrollers.
- Working knowledge of power supplies, UPS and/or data acquisition systems.
- Experience using various mechanical inspection tools, such as micrometers and calipers, test equipment and magnifying instruments.
- Experience with quality inspection of electronic components, electrical wiring systems and mechanical parts.
- Ability to create and write processes and procedures.
- Ability to gather and analyze data.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and make independent judgments in establishing priorities and in making decisions affecting his/her tasks.
- Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off
- Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance
- 401(k), plus matching
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave
- Employee referral program
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Employee assistance program
- Exciting, fast‑paced environment where you could make a true impact
- Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities
Location Information:
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