Turion Space

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

Irvine, CA · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$120k-$160kDetected 2 days ago

CybersecurityJiraConfluenceERPContract ManagementGD&TResearchNetSuite

About the role

Turion Space is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer to join our growing team in Irvine, CA.
You'll be joining our Quality organization at a foundational moment, helping define how we do quality, not just operating within a system that's already set in stone.
This is a high-impact, high-autonomy role for someone who thrives on solving problems at the source, not just documenting them.

Building & Maturing the Quality Function
Help build and continuously improve QMS procedures, inspection processes, and quality infrastructure as our processes and product lines mature
Monitor quality systems and perform trend analysis to proactively identify systemic issues and design lasting process improvements
Research applicable industry specs and technical data to support disposition decisions, and provide resolution guidance to engineering, operations, and program stakeholders
Perform contract review to ensure quality requirements flow correctly from customer to supplier
Keep the company compliant to applicable aerospace quality standards (e.g., AS9100) and customer contractual requirements; support internal and customer audits as needed
Employees may be asked to support alternate shifts, extended shifts, and/or travel during peak work periods.
Team Building Activities: Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment.

B.S. degree (Engineering, STEM, or related technical field)
7+ years of Quality Engineering experience in aerospace/defense manufacturing
Strong working knowledge of GD&T, including the ability to read and interpret CMM inspection reports
Demonstrated experience with NCR/CAR processes and root cause corrective action methodology
Experience with inspection process development and calibration systems
Experience with contract review and flow-down of quality requirements

Experience with ERP/MRP systems (NetSuite/ION) and PLM tools (Arena), plus Jira and Confluence
Prior audit experience (internal or customer/regulatory)
Familiarity with supplier quality monitoring and management
ITAR Requirements:
This position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls.
Comfortable working across mechanical, composite, and electrical product lines (software experience a plus)

Opportunities for ongoing internal training, workshops, and courses to advance your skills and career growth.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees.
In addition to a competitive base salary and company stock, determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, and market demand, full-time employees are eligible for:
Equity: Receive equity in Turion Space, letting you benefit from the company's success
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.
Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan with a 3% Employer Direct Contribution to help you plan for your future.
Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, sick days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge.
Parental Leave: Paid parental leave following the birth of a newborn or adoption.
Emotional Wellbeing: A no-cost Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your household's emotional health and wellbeing.

Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment.
We are dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for our team members, recognizing that our collective success is built upon the well-being and satisfaction of each individual.
Turion Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Turion Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Develop and maintain inspection plans, including reviewing GD&T and CMM inspection reports as part of NCR investigations

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