Quality Engineer lll

GROW WITH US:
Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight, where innovative minds meet the cosmos. Join us and help shape the future of space technology, growing your expertise in a universe of pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions. At Innoflight, we're not just reaching for the stars-we're engineering them. Grow with us, and let's innovate the infinite together!
STAY EXTRAORDINARY:
Innoflight is one of San Diego's fastest growing Aerospace and Defense companies. Innoflight offers state-of-the-art software-defined compact/ground radios, cryptographic and cyber secure systems and processing, networking and data storage avionics. Become part of this small, agile, innovative and unparalleled company. You will have unlimited potential for learning and growth as we target the latest technology to provide products to enable New Space. Everything you do will have an impact!
A DAY IN THE LIFE:
The Quality Engineer III plays a crucial role in driving quality resolutions as outlined by the quality policy and procedures. This position is essential in interfacing with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure quality objectives are met on rapidly increasing hardware and software deliverables.

• Supports Quality Initiatives: Collaborates with Quality, Engineering, and Operations programs to achieve objectives and enhance existing processes.
• Identifies Process Improvements: Works independently to optimize internal and external processes, continuously seeking value-added improvements.
• Reviews Documentation: Evaluates End Item Data Packages (EIDPs) from internal product assembly, testing, and Contract Manufacturers to ensure compliance.
• Manages Inspections and Reports: Creates First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) for customer deliveries and manages Corrective Action Reports (CARs) for internal and external issues, driving them to closure.
• Enhances Quality Control Plans: Contributes to the development of quality control plans, work instructions, and training systems.
• Supports Certifications: Aids in sustaining existing certifications and obtaining additional ones, ensuring compliance with standards and contractual requirements.
• Analyzes Workflow Issues: Identifies workflow and production issues, recommends changes, and drives improvements to enhance overall quality.
• Provides Customer Support: Offers direct support for hardware and software failures and assists with Return Material Authorization (RMA) workflow activities.
• Organizes Reporting: Compiles and prepares reports and metrics for management presentations, showcasing quality performance and compliance.
• Collaborates with Management: Works closely with all levels of management to ensure that internal processes yield compliant results with external standards.
• Performs Other Duties: Takes on additional responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to quality improvement.

YOU'RE AWESOME AT:

• Quality Assurance: Driving quality resolutions and implementing processes to enhance product quality.
• Process Optimization: Identifying and optimizing both internal and external processes to improve efficiency.
• Documentation Review: Accurately reviewing and analyzing documentation to ensure compliance and traceability.
• Customer Engagement: Effectively supporting customers in resolving hardware and software issues.
• Data Analysis: Compiling and analyzing reports and metrics to provide insights for management.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal skills, with the ability to negotiate and collaborate effectively.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent required; Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 7+ years of cross-functional experience in Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Operations.
• Familiarity with quality control methodologies, documentation standards, and inspection processes.
• Previous experience in the aerospace industry is preferred.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, along with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance is required.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
At Innoflight the sky isn't the limit-it's our playground! Here, we strap innovation to a rocket and send conventional thinking into orbit. Our culture thrives on curiosity, camaraderie, and a dash of cosmic creativity, making the vastness of space feel like a small, tight-knit community. Our 9/80 work schedule means every other Friday is yours to ignite personal projects or fuel weekend getaways. Hungry for knowledge? Or just plain hungry? We've got both covered! Expand your universe with educational and professional reimbursements, 'Ask Me Anything' (AMA) sessions and 'Learn 'n Learns'. Employer-sponsored weekly catered meals-our way of keeping your rockets fueled and ready for innovation. Our Culture Ambassadors ensure we're always aligned with the stars, creating a gravitational pull towards positivity and inclusion.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The starting base pay range for this position is $112,000-$120,000 annually. Base pay will vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base pay, Innoflight offers a competitive compensation package that includes Profit-Sharing Bonus, Cash Performance Bonus, and a robust benefits package. Innoflight offers health care benefits such as medical, dental, vision, health savings accounts and life insurance. Ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, short term & long-term disability, pet insurance, ID & Legal Shield, Cal-Perks and EAP. You'll also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 120 hours of paid time off (starting in year 1) and auto enrolled into our 401K with a 3% automatic company match.
BE YOU, WITH US:
Innoflight is firmly committed to being an equal opportunity employer and maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment. We value and embrace that every single one of us brings value to the table. But sometimes we forget that when we don't meet 100% of a job description's criteria - maybe you're feeling that way right now? We encourage you to apply anyway. Because we want you to be you, with us.
YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire. Applicants 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:
We love a good referral! If you know someone that would be a great fit for this position, please share!
NO SOLICITATION FOR STAFFING AGENCIES:
This job posting is intended for direct applicants only. Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies, recruiters, or other third-party sources. All submissions must be made directly by candidates via our official application processes. Unsolicited resumes sent from third parties will be considered property of Innoflight and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means.
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