Associate Quality Engineer

Associate Quality Engineer

Join Moog Inc. to become an Associate Quality Engineer supporting our Military Aircraft Group’s critical quality initiatives. The role reports to the Process Manager and offers a 9/80 schedule option with onsite work in Torrance, CA.

Associate Quality Engineer

Manager, Process

Onsite – Torrance, CA (9/80 schedule option)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 0‑2 years of work experience in Engineering or Manufacturing (internship acceptable)
• Some Quality Engineering experience in manufacturing
• Proficiency with statistical, spreadsheet, word processing, and database software packages

• Quality Engineering experience in the Aerospace industry
• Experience with AS9100 standards
• Experience supporting government and customer audits
• Specialized technical knowledge of mechanical, electro‑mechanical, hydro‑mechanical components and manufacturing/assembly/test methods
• Ability to support quality-related issues and convey confidence to customers during frequent interactions
• ASQ certification

• Act with integrity, standing up to address problems promptly and effectively.
• Collaborate on program teams to meet contractual requirements and make quality decisions for customers such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Airbus, and Sikorsky.
• Represent Moog to support Government (FAA and DCMA) initiatives, audits, and requirements.
• Conduct QE studies, recommend design changes, and provide quality support to manufacturing personnel.
• Perform failure analysis, root‑cause and corrective action analysis, risk mitigation, material review, and audit support.
• Develop quality plans for receiving inspection, manufacturing operations, assembly & test processes, and final inspection.
• Optimize inspection costs and prevent failure-related costs through statistical analysis and problem‑solving.

• Competitive compensation package with annual profit sharing, matching 401(k), and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leave, and relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and Employee Assistance Plan.
• Tuition assistance, mentorship, coaching, leadership development, and other professional growth programs.
• Inclusive, collaborative workplace culture with Employee Resource Groups and team‑building activities.
• 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off at our Torrance site.

Torrance, CA $80,000.00–$85,000.00 annually

The base salary range represents the low and high ends of Moog’s salary range for this position in the given location. Actual salaries vary based on location, experience, and performance. The listed range is one component of Moog’s total compensation, which may also include bonuses, stock purchase plans, and additional benefits.

Position requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information.

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