Quality Engineer III

Overview Quality Engineer III at Fisica, Inc. based in Randtron, CA (This position is 100% onsite). Base pay range: $82,500.00/yr - $153,000.00/yr Position details Business Unit: ATI Schedule: 9/80 Employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours, with every other Friday off. About Fisica Inc.: Fisica, Inc. is a premier manufacturer of advanced defense products, specializing in the design and production of airborne and ground-based antennas, as well as cutting-edge electromagnetic systems and simulators. Headquartered in San Leandro, California, with additional operations in Simi Valley, Fisica partners with leading defense primes and the U.S. Department of Defense. Our company operates as ATI, Randtron, Datron and Space Vector, bringing deep expertise and innovation to the defense sector. At Fisica, we foster a collaborative work culture that values individual contributions and empowers our employees. Our commitment to innovation, integrity, and teamwork makes us a leader in the defense industry and a strong place to build a career. Position summary Responsible for all aspects of the assigned Program as Quality Engineer, including internal quality performance objectives, customer interface, program IPT (Integrated Product Team), and program supplier quality support. Responsibilities Schedules and maintains milestones and timeline tracking for key objectives. Performs Preliminary Reviews of DMRs and evaluates in-process rejections via QA Process procedures for Non-conforming Material and MRB Activity. Performs drawing control and CCB review activities for new and revised documents, ensuring customer notification of all changes. Performs Product Sell-Off, including final work order test data package review prior to shipment to ensure product performance is within specified standards. Ensures program supplier quality issue resolution through coordination of resources and support of QC, Purchasing and Engineering groups. Interfaces with various company departments to assist in resolving quality problems and provide information to support ISO/AS9100 requirements. Interfaces with customers, vendors, and various company departments to resolve quality problems and may perform internal and/or supplier surveys and audits. Performs analysis of manufacturing performance and prepares reports for management on quality trends and actions to improve. Ensures training of subordinate employees in quality or other required functions. Leads interdisciplinary teams to address quality problems via formal Corrective and Preventive Actions (Customer, Internal or Supplier). Presents oral and visual presentations during technical meetings. Supports and implements added scope objectives and activities outlined by the Quality Director. Education/Experience/Training BS / MS degree, with a technical emphasis preferred, with 8 years of related QA experience. In lieu of a degree, 10-12 years of consistent Quality Engineering hands-on experience at a Senior level. Preferred one or more certifications in Quality Sciences such as Lean, 5S, Six Sigma, ISO/AS9100, SPC, ASQ certified engineer/manager/auditor, or similar. Excellent communication skills and experience in oral and written presentations. Must have interfaced or performed as a liaison to the customer for QA; DCMA or other government agency experience preferred. Familiar with design phase activities, manufacturing test and evaluation, and working with electromechanical systems and mechanical hardware. Ability to develop and implement projects requiring interface with design engineers, quality engineers, and supplier and subcontract technical personnel. Familiar with government and commercial specifications for Quality Assurance and Test and Evaluation. Must be computer literate and have hands-on experience with MS Office software. Qualifications Must be able to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship required. Flexible to work varied shifts, overtime, weekends and travel on occasion. Able to perform manual activities (stoop, bend, kneel, squat) and have adequate vision to work with small parts. May move items up to 25 pounds for distances of up to 25 feet. Willing to wear PPE as necessary. May be exposed to fumes, dust, chemicals, and noise; subject to a hearing conservation program where applicable. Why Join Fisica, Inc. Competitive salary and benefits package. Generous paid time off. 401k with 6% match and immediate vesting. Strong work-life balance. Tuition reimbursement. Paid parental leave. In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $82,500 - $153,000. The final offer amount may vary based on experience and geographic location. Fisica, Inc. also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. Specific programs may vary by hire date and schedule type. EEO Statement Fisica is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fisica is committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military and veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship, or other protected characteristics. Fisica maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks where permitted by law. Fisica is an E-Verify Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr