QA Engineer

Mission Critical Join Power Device Corporation (PDC) and make a Difference For more than 60 years, PDC has been recognized as a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-reliability Connectivity, Power, and Control solutions for the Aerospace, Defense, and Space industries. Our dedication to supplying quality products, on-time delivery, and superior support, has contributed to the success of our customers and the critical missions they serve. The QA Engineer position is 100% onsite at our Poway, CA office. The compensation for this role will be $70,000 to $100,000 annually. This position requires a U.S Person or a person who can qualify for a Department of State or Department of Commerce License. Key Position Accountabilities: Responsible for Product Assurance Conformance and Compliance requirements, as defined by the DDC Quality Management System (QMS) Provide day-to-day Quality Assurance Engineering support to all areas of the company (Manufacturing, Engineering, Product Development, Procurement, and Product Assurance). This includes the timely resolution of production issues in an effort to support the on-time and cost-efficient shipment of quality products Maintain, improve, and create quality control procedures. Ensure that performance and quality products conform to established company and regulatory standards, are properly documented to assure uniformity, and communicated to appropriate parties Resolve quality issues/discrepancies to full resolution. This includes, but not limited to, continuous improvement, cross-functional teams, and collaboration with suppliers, colleagues, and customers Responsible for understanding customer performance/quality requirements, measuring our performance against these requirements, and communicating the results to all appropriate parties Perform internal audits of department processes and procedures, IAW AS9100 & MIL-PRF-38534 Analyze and investigate the root cause of non-conforming product deficiencies. This encompasses generating and analyzing of failure analysis reports, review of parts, manufacturing processes, RMAs, materials issues, development of disposition, corrective and preventative actions, and verification of their effectiveness Review specification control drawings and generate quality plans (Product Assurance Plan) Assist Incoming Inspection with material disposition and Material Review Reports, via the Material Review Board Assist In-Process & Final Inspection with product disposition and Inspection Discrepancy Reports Review and disposition engineering change notices, manufacturing processes, and SOP's to ensure compliance Plan, monitor, and report on product qualification testing per stakeholder specifications Contribute technical input, as well as material and labor cost estimates in support of both tactical and strategic business opportunities and proposals Support customer Source Inspections at DDC Attend Source Inspections, Audits, and Conferences at vendor and customer sites to support the mission Travel 10% Job Qualifications - Education/Experience A Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Applied Sciences is preferred Six Sigma Certification (e.g. CSSGB, or comparable) is preferred 3 years of related experience (Manufacturing, Industrial, etc.) is preferred Knowledge of AS9100, MIL-PRF-38534, MIL-STD-883, and IPC-A-610 is preferred Demonstrated ability to develop, analyze, articulate and present technical information in both written and verbal forms Demonstrated ability to develop excellent working relationships with management, customers, and vendors Excellent time management skills Work Environment: This position requires access to a cleanroom environment. In order to promote an environment with a low level of airborne environmental pollutants employees must at all times adhere to company procedures. The cleanroom area is accessed via an air shower wearing an ESD lab coat and hair net This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. This job description indicates, in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the ADA) expected of the incumbent. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice as required. Data Device Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all persons in all facets of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.