Quality Engineer-1
Burbank, CA - USA
Job Summary
Crane Aerospace and Electronicshas an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer I at ourBurbank CA location.
About Crane:
Crane Aerospace & Electronicssupplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. Youll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
Every 1.2 seconds product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team Crane A&Es brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. Youll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere schools weather and no shortage of entertainment. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!
Job Summary:
The Quality Engineer I works under immediate supervision and uses established procedures to controland monitor quality ensuring products are consistent with industry standards governmentregulations and customer requirements
Essential Functions:
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering Operations Suppliers and Customers toensure quality standards are met.
- Collect analyze and interpret production data to evaluate product quality and identifytrends.
- Conduct root cause analysis for quality issues and recommend corrective and preventiveactions to mitigate risks.
- Halt production processes if critical product defects are identified to prevent nonconformingmaterial from escaping.
- Monitor and maintain quality control systems to ensure their effectiveness and efficiencymaking improvements as necessary.
- Train and instruct team members in quality control methodologies statistical analysis andanalytical procedures.
- Generate detailed reports on nonconformance of products or processes root cause analysesand quality trends for management and stakeholders.
- Review and interpret statistical studies regulatory standards and emerging trends in qualitycontrol to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
- Identify critical control points in the Value Stream and establish appropriate samplingprocedures to monitor quality.
- Lead and drive the qualification of product and process changes ensuring adherence to thehighest quality standards.
- Support and participate in audits conducted by Defense Aerospace and Customer Auditorsensuring compliance with industry and customer requirements.
- Provide technical support for failure analysis reliability testing and corrective actionimplementation as required.
- Review and approve quality-related document changes including Engineering Change Orders(ECOs) Manufacturing Change Orders (MCOs) and deviations.
- Perform process capability analysis and ongoing data reviews to ensure processes remainstable and capable.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain Control Plans PFMEAs andProcess Flow Diagrams (PFDs) to mitigate risks and improve processes.
- Any other task assigned by supervisor or management.
Eligibility Requirement:This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: 0-2 years of Quality Engineering experience
Knowledge: Understands fundamental concepts practices and procedures of assigned productor program; Knowledge of commonly used concepts practices and procedures within thefield
Skills/Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Proficient in the use ofWord Excel Outlook and PowerPoint; Full color acuity; Ability to manage multiple projectsconcurrently to meet company standards and deadlines
Education/Certification: BA or BS degree in Quality Engineering Industrial Engineering or arelated field
Eligibility Requirement: FAA sensitive position may be subject to a government securityinvestigation to verify eligibility for access to classified information
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in an Aerospace environment or similar manufacturing setting
ASQC Quality Engineer Certification
Top Benefits:
As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics youll enjoy:
Benefits:Health care dental vision life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
Time Off:15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
401k Retirement Plan:401k plan with company match
Education Reimbursement:eligible after 6 months of employment
You can see a list of our benefits at visit our website atfor more information on our company and great opportunities.
We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniquesto optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength proven reliability and overall value.
In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.
Working Conditions:
- Standard office environment
- Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
- Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
- Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limitedto eye safety glasses gowning masks hearing protectors heel/wrist straps and any otherrequired PPE
- May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises cold temperaturesconfined spaces dust or fumes
Standing:10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Sitting: 90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds
Pushing (in pounds): up to 25 pounds
Mental/Visual: use of computer microscope
Workspace (line cube etc.): cubicle/desk/work cell
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Salary range: $80801.00 - $97800.00. Several factors contribute to actual salary including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities skills training and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation general identity national origin disability or veteran status.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Crane Co. delivers engineered solutions for aerospace, defense, flow technologies, and critical industries—driven by innovation and 170 years of excellence.