• Quality Engineer

    Actalent (Moorpark, CA)


    Job Title: Quality Engineer

    Job Description

    We are seeking a Quality Engineer with strong experience in manufacturing environments. This role supports organizational quality initiatives across customer programs and supplier engagements. The ideal candidate will lead quality assurance efforts, drive process improvements, and manage root cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities, including non-conformance investigations and implementation of effective solutions.

    Responsibilities

    + Ensure quality assurance for assigned programs from proposal through final delivery, ensuring compliance with customer expectations and internal cost and schedule goals.

    + Actively contribute to Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and lead Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (FMEAs).

    + Coordinate and host external quality audits and participate in internal audit processes.

    + Serve as a liaison between the organization and suppliers/customers regarding quality requirements.

    + Develop, implement, and maintain quality systems and assurance programs.

    + Establish and monitor quality metrics for supplier performance.

    + Issue and manage Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) and internal Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPAs).

    + Provide guidance on interpreting quality standards and regulatory requirements.

    + Analyze product and process reliability to recommend improvements.

    + Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure quality is embedded in product development and readiness.

    + Track and follow up on supplier audit action plans to ensure timely and accurate resolution.

    + Lead quality efforts in production, including materials, processes, assemblies, and returned product analysis (RMA).

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

    + Strong understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and process capability analysis.

    + Familiarity with ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality management systems.

    + Experience in supplier quality assurance and continuous improvement methodologies.

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a science or engineering discipline, preferably with a focus on electro-mechanical systems.

    + Experience with precision machining and assembly operations.

    + Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and ERP/MRP systems.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with Microsoft Project.

    Work Environment

    This position operates in a dynamic manufacturing environment, often requiring collaboration across various teams and external partners. The role involves occasional travel to supplier sites and customer locations to oversee quality audits and ensure compliance with established standards

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $62.50/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 Moorpark,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.