Sr. Process Engineer

Santa Ana, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

As we continue to drive excellence in our operations we are looking for a Senior Process Engineer to join our team. This is a key position where you will leverage your extensive expertise in NADCAP-accredited heat treat and chemical processes to lead efforts in ensuring the highest quality standards across our manufacturing operations.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Process Engineer with 10-15 years of expertise in aerospace manufacturing and a deep understanding of NADCAP certification processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in heat treat and chemical process for aerospace applications ensuring full NADCAP compliance and driving continuous improvement across multiple engineering disciplines.

In this role you will provide engineering support for heat treat and chemical processing guide cross-functional teams and play a pivotal role in ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance for critical aerospace systems and components.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead NADCAP Compliance: Ensure all manufacturing processes including heat treatment plating and other aerospace-specific processes are fully compliant with NADCAP standards and oversee preparation for audits.
Process Leadership & Optimization: Lead the development validation and continuous improvement of processes that align with NADCAP requirements focusing on enhancing product quality reducing waste and improving process efficiency.
Root Cause Analysis & Problem-Solving: Conduct detailed root cause analysis for process failures and deviations lead the implementation of corrective and preventive action and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the team.
Mentorship & Team Leadership: Mentor and train junior engineers and technicians in NADCAP processes and aerospace standards sharing technical expertise and fostering a culture of quality and compliance within the team.
Collaboration Across Teams: Work closely with quality assurance R&D manufacturing and engineering teams to ensure that process designs meet both customer specifications and regulatory requirements.
Documentation & Reporting: Ensure accurate and up-to-date process documentation including work instructions quality reports and audit records while ensuring all documentation complies with NADCAP and aerospace standards.
Performance Metrics & Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for process performance quality and compliance driving a culture of ongoing process optimization.

Requirements:

Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Chemical Materials Science or related field); Masters degree preferred.
10-15 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing with a strong background in NADCAP processes such as heat treating welding coatings and plating.
Expertise in NADCAP requirements audit preparation and experience managing the NADCAP accreditation process across various aerospace processes.
Proven ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives resolve complex issues and implement corrective actions in a manufacturing environment.
Extensive knowledge of aerospace quality standards (e.g. AS9100 ISO 9001) and industry regulations.
Experience in mentoring training and leading cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and enhance process performance.
Strong problem-solving analytical and organizational skills with a proactive approach to driving results.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to interact effectively with senior leadership auditors and other stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

NADCAP Auditor Certification or equivalent experience.
Six Sigma Black Belt or Lean Manufacturing certification.
Expertise in aerospace materials such as alloy steels stainless steels aluminum titanium and advanced alloys.
Experience with metallurgical testing failure analysis and advanced manufacturing technologies.
Proficiency in aerospace manufacturing software systems (e.g. ERP MES) and data analysis tools.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

As we continue to drive excellence in our operations we are looking for a Senior Process Engineer to join our team. This is a key position where you will leverage your extensive expertise in NADCAP-accredited heat treat and chemical processes to lead efforts in ensuring the highest quality standards...