Product Assurance Engineer Quality - Full-time - Intermediate

Company: Aitech Systems
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: March 3, 2025

Job Description:

Los Angeles, US - Full-time - IntermediateAbout The PositionAitech Defense Systems is renowned for its innovation in rugged embedded systems, designed to operate reliably in the challenging environments of military, defense, aerospace, and space applications. Founded in 1983, Aitech has a rich history of pioneering advancements such as the world's first conduction-cooled MIL-SPEC VMEbus board and has continually evolved its product line to include state-of-the-art SBCs, GPGPU-based AI applications, and advanced cybersecurity for mission-critical systems.Joining us means you'll be working at the forefront of technology with projects that span across land, sea, air, and space, supporting some of the top prime contractors in the industry. This opportunity will allow you to contribute to groundbreaking projects and push the boundaries of embedded computing technology!The Aitech team seeks a Product Assurance Engineer. This position will report to the Quality Director.Ensure that the development, manufacturing, testing and release of products are performed according to the applicable to company SOP's, AS9100O and other standards invoked by internal drawings and customer SOW's. The PA Engineer will work across the entire product development lifecycle identifying and fixing issues that introduce risk.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews and thoroughly understands product functional and design specifications.
• Reviews, follows, and approves program compliance matrix.
• Participates in reviews as gate keeper and approver for milestone completion.
• Devises and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment.
• Designs or specifies inspection and testing mechanisms and equipment.
• Conducts quality assurance tests.
• Performs statistical analysis to assess the cost of, and determine the responsibility for, products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications.
• Performs defect analysis utilizing experience in statistical quality process analytical methods.
• Prepares and maintains quality trend and corrective actions reports.
• Reviews returned material and verifies customer complaints; develops action plan to address discrepancies; communicates with customers as required.
• Prioritizes and manages multiple projects within design specifications and budget restrictions.
• Investigates and thoroughly understands developments in quality assurance codes and standards.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Mentors and trains junior engineers to analyze failures, develop drawings, and improve processes.COMPETENCIES (Skills):
  • Analytical--Synthesizes complex and diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data collection and evaluation; Designs work flows and procedures.Requires attention to detail.
  • Written and Oral Communication--Writes and speaks clearly and informatively; Presents data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
  • Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
  • Planning/Organizing-Analyzes, Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
  • Innovation--Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.Flexible and willing to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasmRequirementsRequired Qualifications/Experience:10 years minimum experience working as a Product Assurance/Quality Engineer.Bachelor's Degree or or equivalent in related field.CQE/CREMust be a US. Citizen or Permanent resident.Position Criteria: -Strong understanding of product lifecycle phases for embedded avionics systems -Strong understanding of IPC - 610 - Acceptability of electronic assembly -Working knowledge and understanding of systems requirements associated with Circuit Card and Avionics Systems, design, manufacturing and test -Understanding of AS9100/ISO Requirements -Proficient Microsoft Products including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
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