We always do the right thing, the right way.
Job Title: Quality Engineer
Location: 12691 Monarch Street, Garden Grove, CA 92841 USA
Department: Quality / Operations
Reports To: Operations Manager
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000 per year + 10% AIP
Summary: At Aptiv Interconnect, we inspire the world’s most innovative teams by doing the right thing, the right way. We are seeking a Quality Engineer to be the technical expert for our AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS).
You will be responsible for ensuring product and process compliance, leading Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations, and driving continuous improvement. You will serve as a primary technical interface for our customers on all quality matters, manage our corrective action (CAR) system, and lead our internal audit program to ensure we meet the rigorous quality expectations of the aerospace and defense industry.
Leadership & Core Responsibilities:
Accountability
- Lead the site's Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) process, responding to internal and customer-issued Corrective Action Requests (CARs).
- Own and manage the AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) process, ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete.
- Lead the internal audit program per AS9100 and QMS requirements and manage the audit finding/corrective action log.
- Lead the Material Review Board (MRB), facilitating the timely disposition of non-conforming materials.
Collaboration
- Serve as the primary Quality technical interface for customers, managing all quality-related communications and representing Winchester during customer audits.
- Partner with Engineering to ensure production plots (form boards) and work instructions properly define all quality and workmanship requirements.
- Partner with Engineering to interpret and validate test programs and requirements.
- Interpret and flow down customer technical requirements (i.e., workmanship specifications) to the organization.
Empowerment
- Champion continuous improvement (Lean/Kaizen) projects to reduce scrap, rework, and waste.
- Conduct and/or lead workmanship training (e.g., IPC-620, J-STD, FOD Prevention) as required.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
Education & Technical Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial) or a related technical field. Experience: 3-5+ years of Quality Engineering experience in an AS9100 (aerospace) or ISO 13485 (medical) manufacturing environment.
Industry Domain: Proven experience leading Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations using 8D, 5-Why, or similar methodologies. Direct experience leading an internal audit program and representing a company during customer/3rd-party audits. Experience leading a Material Review Board (MRB) for the disposition of non-conforming material. Expertise in AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements. Must be able to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications.
Regulatory Compliance: Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident) due to ITAR regulations.
Certifications & Competencies:
Certifications: IPC/WHMA-A-620 and/or J-STD-001 certification is strongly preferred. ASQ certification (e.g., CQE, CQA) is a significant advantage. Systems Proficiency: Google Workspace, ADP, Syspro, QMS, Smartviews, Salesforce, Planful, AwardCo.
Core Competencies: Strong communication, sound judgment, teamwork, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
Compensation, Benefits & Legal:
Total Rewards & Compensation Base Salary Range: $80,000 – $100,000 per year Incentive Compensation: 10% AIP Benefits & Perks: Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package featuring health coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and career development resources.
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. In addition to federal law requirements, Winchester Interconnect complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Winchester Interconnect expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial) or related technical field.
- Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident) due to ITAR regulations.
- 3-5+ years of Quality Engineering experience in an AS9100 or ISO 13485 manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience leading Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations using 8D, 5-Why, or similar methodologies.
- Direct experience leading an internal audit program and representing a company during customer/3rd-party audits.
- Experience leading a Material Review Board (MRB) for disposition of non-conforming material.
- Expertise in AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements.
- Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with customer-facing experience.
- IPC/WHMA-A-620 and/or J-STD-001 certification.
- ASQ certification (e.g., CQE, CQA).
What We Do
Winchester Interconnect designs and manufactures precision-engineered interconnect systems, including connectors, cable assemblies, RF/microwave solutions, and fiber optics. They provide tailored solutions for high-performance applications across the aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial sectors, focusing on solving complex connectivity challenges with high reliability and agility.
