What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Engineer position at Actalent?
We are seeking a dedicated Quality Engineer to serve as the primary Quality representative on our MRO line. The role requires collaboration with operations, engineering, and customers to ensure the highest standards of quality are maintained.
Responsibilities- Lead and support root cause investigations, FRACAS management, corrective actions, and nonconformance management.
- Gather, analyze, and present data to identify trends and risks effectively.
- Ensure issues are resolved quickly and effectively, escalating where appropriate and following through to closure.
- Adapt to evolving situations, making confident and responsible decisions.
- Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, filters, etc.).
- Quality engineering expertise.
- Root cause analysis.
- AS9100 knowledge.
- Aerospace inspection practices.
- 3 years of experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing, preferably in an MRO environment.
- Strong data analysis skills.
- Effective communication across functions and levels.
- J-STD, IPC-610 certifications (current or previous).
- Exposure to ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (Siemens MES, Factory Logix preferred).
- Advanced data analysis skills (PowerBI, SQL).
The position operates on a first shift, from 8 AM to 5 PM, with flexibility to start at 7 AM. The role reports to the Quality Supervisor. The environment is dynamic, requiring adaptability and ownership of responsibilities.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Valencia, CA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $48.00 - $53.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Valencia,CA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 19, 2026.
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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $48 - $53