Quality Systems Engineer

Torrance, CAfull timeOn Site

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$96k–$132k

H1B: no

Divergent Quality Systems Engineer at Divergent leads quality control initiatives and continuous improvement processes to ensure product and process reliability. This role manages audits, CAPAs, data analysis, and quality planning in high-precision manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Internal and External Audit Management, and CAPAs
Lead internal audits of our processes to ensure quality and efficiency, finding opportunities for improvement and driving positive change.
Host 3rd party and customer audits of our QMS, ensuring we are meeting and exceeding the compliance requirements flowed down.
Manage system level corrective/preventative actions including root cause analysis, corrective action planning, preventative actions, and evaluation of the effectiveness.
Data Analysis and Process Improvement
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), such as yield, defect rates, and on-time delivery, to identify areas for improvement, and working cross-functionally to drive change.
Track and analyze nonconformance trends to drive targeted process improvement initiatives and reduce system issues.
Develop dashboards and reports to provide real-time visibility into quality performance and share actionable insights with stakeholders.
Lead initiatives to improve process efficiency and reduce defects by analyzing quality and production data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities.
Implement robust process controls and standardize inspection procedures to enhance consistency, prevent recurring quality issues, and improve first-pass yield.
Inspection Effectiveness and Quality Controls
Establish and maintain inspection criteria and acceptance standards aligned with customer requirements and industry best practices.

Qualification

Work Environment

Required

Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
Demonstrated experience in quality initiatives focused on process improvement, defect reduction, and inspection optimization in manufacturing environments.
Proficiency in implementing and managing tools such as PPAP, FMEA, and root cause analysis (RCA) to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
Knowledge of advanced inspection methods and tools, including CMM programming, Gage R&R, and sampling techniques, with a focus on effectiveness and efficiency.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and drive data-informed decisions to improve yield and reduce defects.
Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, customers, and suppliers to ensure quality standards and customer expectations are met.
Clear communication and documentation skills to effectively present quality metrics, deliverables, and insights to stakeholders.

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent experience in a quality-focused role.
Experience in regulated industries such as automotive, aerospace, or defense with familiarity in standards like AS9100, ISO 9001, or IATF 16949.
Hands-on experience with conducting and/or hosting audits by customers and registrars.
Experience in statistical process control (SPC) and process capability analysis (Cpk) for monitoring and improving production processes.
Certification in Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) is a plus
Familiarity with advanced manufacturing technologies such as additive manufacturing or automated inspection systems is a plus.
Work Environment
This role is based in a dynamic manufacturing environment with exposure to production areas, quality & material labs, and office settings.