Quality Systems Engineer

Position Title: Quality Systems Engineer

Department: Quality

Location: Santa Ana CA

FLSA Status: Exempt Full- Time

Job Summary:

The Quality Systems Engineer is responsible for maintaining improving and ensuring compliance of the companys Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with AS9100 and applicable regulatory requirements. This role leads internal audits supports corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and drives continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

The Quality Systems Engineer works cross-functionally with operations engineering production and leadership teams to strengthen quality processes improve operational effectiveness and promote a culture of quality awareness and accountability.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Management System (QMS)

• Maintain and improve the companys Quality Management System in compliance with AS9100 standards and internal procedures.
• Ensure QMS documentation procedures and records are accurate controlled and updated as needed.
• Support company compliance with customer regulatory and certification requirements.

CAPA & Continuous Improvement

• Lead Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) reviews across the organization.
• Investigate root causes of quality issues and support implementation of corrective actions.
• Track CAPA effectiveness and ensure timely closure.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across departments.

Audits & Compliance

• Develop implement and manage the Internal Audit Program.
• Conduct internal audits to AS9100 standards and company procedures.
• Coordinate audit activities including preparation execution reporting and follow-up actions.
• Support external audits from certification bodies customers and regulatory agencies.

5S & Operational Excellence

• Conduct 5S audits to ensure workplace organization and operational efficiency.
• Promote 5S methodology and continuous improvement within operational teams.
• Provide recommendations for process improvements and operational standardization.

Calibration Program

• Oversee the equipment calibration program to ensure measurement tools remain compliant with required standards.
• Maintain calibration records and coordinate calibration schedules with internal teams or external vendors.

Training & Quality Awareness

• Support the development and maintenance of the companys quality training program.
• Create and deliver quality awareness materials and training sessions including quality videos and educational content.
• Promote engagement and awareness of quality policies and procedures across the organization.

Management Review & Reporting

• Support the preparation and development of management review materials including quality metrics audit results and improvement initiatives.
• Monitor key quality performance indicators and provide analysis to leadership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Quality or related technical discipline (preferred).
• 68 years of experience working with Quality Management Systems preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of IPC-A-610 J-STD-001 AS9102 AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in quality systems (CQE CQA ASQ or equivalent).
• Experience with ITAR NADCAP and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS).
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience working with CM/EMS environments for aerospace/defense customers.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit stand walk reach with hands and arms and use hands to operate standard office and inspection equipment.
• Occasionally required to stoop kneel crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to work in environments that include manufacturing floors clean rooms and test labs with occasional exposure to machinery or moving parts.

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This job description is intended to provide a clear overview of the primary duties and responsibilities for the Quality Systems Engineer position. It is not an exhaustive list and other tasks may be required as needed to support the companys operations.

Regal Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone is valued and respected.

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