Senior Quality Engineer

Senior Quality EngineerOverview Join a dynamic aerospace team where you'll own quality for key programs and ensure every product meets the highest standards. As a Senior Quality Engineer, you'll lead quality initiatives, solve complex problems, and partner closely with engineering, operations, and leadership to drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities + Develop and maintain robust quality control processes that ensure consistent, reliable products. + Establish and uphold quality standards in alignment with AS9100, ISO 9001, and customer requirements. + Conduct inspections and internal audits of materials, processes, and finished goods. + Lead structured problem-solving using RCA, 5 Whys, FMEA, and similar tools. + Drive CAPA initiatives to prevent recurrence of defects. + Design and manage process controls that reduce variation and improve output. + Use SPC and statistical tools to assess and optimize processes. + Partner with engineering on design-for-quality and manufacturability considerations. + Validate and qualify manufacturing processes for new and existing products. + Support continuous improvement across operations. + Review production metrics and recommend process enhancements. + Maintain documentation for audits, inspections, and procedures. + Support internal/external audits and ensure timely responses to findings. + Train and support production teams on quality practices. + Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and ensure alignment. Must-Have Skills + Strong knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, and aerospace quality systems. + Expert-level Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) abilities. + Hands-on experience with inspection tools and electronic/PCB quality principles. + Ability to assess product compliance to design and functional specs. Qualifications + Bachelor of Science degree. + 5+ years in aerospace quality engineering or electronic quality assurance. + IPC-A-610 Certified IPC Specialist (current or former). + Experience with Net-Inspect, Exostar, OEM portals, and AS9102 FAI reports. + Background in inspection, testing, validation, certification, and quality software/statistical tools. + Familiarity with Lean (Kaizen, VSM, 5S). + Prior Delegated Quality Representative (DQR) experience is a plus. Work Environment Work in a fast-paced, collaborative aerospace environment alongside engineering, operations, supply chain, and leadership. Expect hands-on engagement with electro-mechanical hardware, quality systems tools, and continuous improvement initiatives in a highly regulated, high-performance setting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chatsworth, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.10/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Chatsworth,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at .

Created: 2026-04-02