Qualification Engineer at Orange County, CA

Need Qualification Engineer at Orange County, CA

Seeking a Qualification Engineer to support formal qualification test activities for standard and custom hardware and software systems in Orange County, CA (Contract).

• Role:
  Qualification Engineer
• Location:
  
  Orange County, CA
• Duration:
  Contract

• Do you have experience in writing Qualification Test Procedures?
• Experience in Test Set-up as per DO-160?
• Witnessing test as per DO-160?
• Understanding of Boeing & Airbus Line‑Fit requirements?

The Qualification Engineer performs formal qualification test activities for standard and custom hardware and software systems. This individual supports the development of procedures needed to demonstrate product compliance and assists in the evaluation of test equipment required to verify product performance during qualification tests. The Qualification Engineer may assist in the construction or modification of test fixtures and support the formal regulatory process related to product qualification test lab readiness.

• Interface with Design and Software groups to identify support equipment needed to successfully execute performance verification during formal qualification testing.
• Collect data for the development of Qualification Procedures needed to demonstrate product compliance to established requirements.
• Facilitate third‑party laboratories purchase orders and invoices.
• Monitor, coordinate and manage all activities related to the execution of formal qualification test program including:
• Test schedule (chronological order of test activities)
• Set up and integration of test lab and support equipment
• Regularly scheduled status reports

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 0-6 years of experience working in a similar role.
• Experience working in an AS9100 quality environment.
• 3+ years of experience in a test environment with emphasis on satisfying the authorities & OEM requirements as well as other industry standards.
• Familiarization with FAA Part 25 and EASA CS Part 25 requirements related to airborne IFE equipment.
• In‑depth working knowledge of industry‑standard RTCA and airframe qualification requirements.
• In‑depth working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Hands‑on experience with Electrical/EMI test procedures, potential challenges and mitigation techniques.
• Represent the company and interface with the FAA and company suppliers.
• Hands‑on experience with temperature and pressure chambers, vibration and acceleration test equipment, EMI test set up and wiring, and feedback devices such as accelerometers and thermocouples.

• Ability to adapt, plan and organize in a constantly changing environment.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to use discretion and independent judgment when making decisions on behalf of the company.

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Office environment. Noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Some local, domestic and international travel may be required.

• Staff Orientation
• Other programs as developed by management.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.