Quality Engineering

Overview

Moog Military Aircraft is a global leader in designing primary and secondary flight control actuation systems (FCAS) for military aircraft. We are seeking a Quality Engineer to join our Torrance, CA team. This role reports to the Assembly & Test Quality Manager and offers a 9/80 schedule option. The engineer will plan, implement, and administer cost‑effective quality programs to ensure contractual quality requirements are met or exceeded.

• Act as the Moog liaison and representative to support government (FAA and DCMA) initiatives, audits, and requirements.
• Participate in program teams to meet contractual requirements and drive crucial quality‑related decisions for customers such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Airbus, and Sikorsky.
• Support production by conducting quality engineering studies, recommending design changes, and providing quality support to manufacturing and assembly personnel.
• Perform failure analysis, root‑cause and corrective action analysis, risk mitigation, material review, customer and governmental interface, audit support, configuration control, traceability, 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.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• 3+ years of professional experience in Engineering or Manufacturing.
• 2+ years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing.
• 3+ years of quality engineering experience in the aerospace industry (preferred).
• Experience with AS9100 standards.
• Proficiency with statistical, spreadsheet, word processing, and database software packages.
• Experience supporting government and customer audits.
• Specialized technical knowledge of mechanical, electro‑mechanical, hydro‑mechanical components, manufacturing assembly, and functional test methods.
• Ability to support quality‑related issues to drive program success and convey confidence to customers during frequent interactions.
• ASQ certification is a plus.

• Financial Rewards: Competitive compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending, and Health Savings Accounts.
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leave program, relocation assistance, and a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and supplemental benefit coverages.
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development, and other personal growth programs.
• Culture: Warm, respectful, family‑like environment driven by our 12 core values, with multiple employee resource groups.
• Salary Range: Torrance, CA: $90,000.00 – $ annually.