Quality Engineer II

Aerometals is looking to add the following position:

Quality Engineer II

Pay range: $75,000 - $90,000 DOE

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 7:00am - 4:30pm & Friday 7:00am - 12:00pm

The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate the ability to:

• Originate Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) on the production floor as necessary.
• Receive NCRs originated by QE I personnel and own the investigation workflow through closure.
• Determine the full scope and impact of nonconforming events; identify all affected hardware, operations, and potential escapes to downstream processes or customers.
• Perform or coordinate containment actions to prevent further use or shipment of nonconforming product during investigation.
• Lead Material Review Board (MRB) activities; prepare disposition packages, present findings, and coordinate approvals with design engineering and program management.
• Evaluate nonconforming hardware for applicable disposition (use-as-is, rework, repair, scrap)
• Lead formal Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations using structured methodologies as required — 8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa, Is/Is-Not, Fault Tree Analysis.
• Facilitate cross-functional RCCA sessions with production, manufacturing engineering, and supply chain to identify all contributing factors.
• Author complete Corrective Action Reports (CARs) documenting: problem statement, containment, verified root cause, permanent corrective action, implementation evidence, and effectiveness verification criteria.
• Prepare and deliver corrective action responses to customer Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs).
• Track NC aging and corrective action closure; report metrics and trends to Quality Manager.
• Provide technical mentorship and day-to-day guidance to QE I personnel.
• Participate in the AS9100 Quality Program.
• Perform other duties as required by the organization.

Qualification Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Skills:

• Proficiency reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Technical writing and formal report generation (CARs, MRB packages, deviation/waiver requests).
• Proficiency with various RCCA methodologies: 8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa, Is/Is-Not, FTA.
• Technical communication with production, engineering, customers, and suppliers.
• Analytical and critical thinking for complex nonconformance investigation.
• Understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes and AS9100 QMS requirements.

Experience:  3 years in high-reliability manufacturing

Training: On the job training.

Aerometals is proud to offer its employees the following benefits:                       

Health & Wellness

• Full medical coverage for employees, with generous contributions toward family plans
• 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
• Dental and vision plans with shared premiums
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support for life’s challenges
• Health and wellness reimbursement plan

Financial Security

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Aflac supplemental insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to manage healthcare and dependent care costs
• Growth, development, and pathways for advancement
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Time Off & Work-Life Balance

• Generous vacation days, paid holidays, and sick leave
• Annual holiday office closure so you can truly unplug and recharge

About Us:
Aerometals Inc. of El Dorado Hills, California is a veteran of commercial and military aerospace manufacturing founded in 1984. We offer a full range of production services including CNC machining and turning, sheet metal fabrication, welding, assembly, autoclave, and precision assembly. Aerometals has significant experience manufacturing critical application, militarized components to OEM engineering data for use on many fixed wing aircraft and helicopters. Customers include the US Military, Boeing, Lockheed, Sikorsky, etc.

With over 175 skilled professionals in 150,000 sq. ft. of space, Aerometals offers competitive salaries, exceptional benefit packages, and believes in a true work-life balance. The company has very low employee turnover.  With a 3-year backlog in contracts, we are looking to expand.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Aerometals is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by the federal, state and/or local laws.

Aerometals as a federal contractor encourages protected veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply.

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Salary : $75,000 - $90,000