Quality Engineer ll

GROW WITH US ANDSTAY EXTRAORDINARY:
Launch your career to new heights with Innoflightone of San Diegos fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering compact and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small agile and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. Were not just reaching for the starswere engineering them. Lets innovate the infinite together.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:
As a Quality Engineer II youll support quality activities across Engineering Operations Supply Chain and Program teams to ensure products and processes meet customer regulatory and industry requirements. Youll conduct supplier audits lead root cause and corrective action efforts and manage quality documentation to strengthen compliance and support successful hardware and software deliverables. Youll analyze quality data monitor supplier performance collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Your work ensures quality standards are upheld risks are mitigated and teams have the documentation processes and support needed to achieve mission-critical program objectives.

WHAT YOULL DO:

• Support Cross-Functional Quality Activities: Assist Engineering Operations and Program teams with quality-related tasks across multiple projects or product lines.
• Conduct Supplier Audits & Assessments: Perform onsite and remote evaluations to review supplier compliance capability and performance.
• Lead RCA & CAPA Efforts: Support root cause analysis corrective actions and preventive measures to resolve internal and supplier issues.
• Manage Quality Documentation: Create maintain and revise Quality Control Plans work instructions inspection procedures and related documents.
• Interpret Quality Requirements: Review contractual regulatory and industry standards to ensure proper implementation throughout the supply chain.
• Monitor Supplier Performance: Track analyze and report supplier metrics to identify trends risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Support Internal QMS Audits: Participate in audit planning execution and follow-up activities in alignment with AS9100 and internal standards.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement enhancements to processes quality controls and supplier management.
• Maintain Quality Records: Ensure accurate organized documentation of audits inspections NCRs CAPAs and supplier communications.
• Support Compliance Requirements: Assist regulatory customer and internal compliance validation activities.
• Provide Guidance to Junior Staff: Offer support feedback or mentorship to less experienced team members when needed.

YOURE AWESOME AT:

• Quality Engineering: You understand supplier quality internal quality processes and how to apply quality tools across hardware and software deliverables.
• Root Cause & Corrective Action: Youre skilled at identifying issues conducting RCA and implementing effective CAPAs and preventive actions.
• Documentation & Compliance: Youre detail-oriented precise and committed to maintaining accurate records and ensuring alignment with standards like AS9100.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: You work effectively with Engineering Operations Supply Chain and external suppliers to drive quality outcomes.

WHAT YOULL NEED:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• 3 or more years of cross-functional experience in Manufacturing Quality Assurance Engineering Operations Supplier Quality or Program/Product Quality.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail accuracy and precision.
• Demonstrated ability to lead train or mentor peers on quality-related tasks or initiatives.
• Proven ability to conduct RCA and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Ability to integrate quickly into teams and independently lead quality activities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills for working with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Positive proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Preferred experience in aerospace or other highly regulated industries.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic fast-paced growth-oriented environment.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance is required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The starting base salary for this position ranges from$100000 to $125000 per year depending on the candidates job-related knowledge skills and addition to a competitive base salary Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance. Additional benefits include:

• 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
• Comprehensive medical dental vision HSA & life insurance
• 10 paid holidays 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
• Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness accident disability legal and pet insurance.

WHY YOULL LOVE WORKING HERE:

• Flexible Work-Life Balance:Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday offwhether you use it to recharge work on a passion project or spend time with family the choice is yours.
• Continuous Learning & Development:Were serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal Ask Me Anything sessions and weekly Lunch & Learns we make learning a core part of the job.
• Mission-Driven Culture:We arent just building techwere enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion positivity recognition and transparency. Here your voice is heard your work is respected and your individuality is celebrated.

BE YOU WITH US:
At Innoflight we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms and you dont need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you we encourage you to applyeven if you dont check every box.

YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search education certification and employment verification prior to must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

REFERRALS:
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A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES:
Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies recruiters or any third-party sources. Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.

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