Job Title: Quality Engineer
Job ID: US000723-6395
Location: San Marcos, CA (On-site)
Department: Quality
Reports To: Quality Manager
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $85,000 - $105,000 (DOE) per year + Incentive Compensation
Summary:
At Aptiv Interconnect, we inspire the world’s most innovative teams by doing the right thing, the right way. We are seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented Quality Engineer to ensure quality systems and processes are aligned to support our growth and strategic improvement targets.
Operating out of our San Marcos division, this role partners closely with engineering, operations, business development, and finance to achieve productivity, quality, cost, and revenue targets. You will play a vital role in upholding our commitment to technical capability, customer service, and product reliability for custom-engineered, high-performance cables designed for severe environments.
Leadership & Core Responsibilities
Quality Management System & Continuous Improvement
- QMS Administration: Propose and administer best practices across the entire organization to support an effective corrective action process and maintain quality systems.
- Corrective Action & Process Improvement: Maintain a robust corrective action process incorporating Six Sigma, Design for Manufacture (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Lean manufacturing principles across all functions.
- Performance Metrics: Assist in developing and monitoring business process performance metrics to drive enterprise-wide quality initiatives and continuous improvement.
Audit Execution & Compliance
- Quality Plans & Auditing: Assess customer, industry, and regulatory requirements to develop tailored quality plans and execute comprehensive audit plans ensuring total compliance.
- Audit Representation: Prepare for and represent the product group during customer, supplier quality, ISO, and related regulatory or export compliance audits.
- Supply Chain Quality: Support supplier qualification programs, First Article Inspections (FAI), and audits in conjunction with operations and supply chain management.
Customer Satisfaction & Technical Support
- Customer Collaboration: Drive a customer-centric total quality culture by supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, RMA processing, CAR resolution, and failure analysis.
- Technical Estimates: Assist sales and business development teams by reviewing customer quality requirements and providing accurate quality cost estimates.
Position Requirements
Education & Technical Qualifications
- Education: BS degree required.
- Experience: 3–5 years of quality experience in a design and manufacturing environment.
- Industry Domain: Demonstrated technical ability to perform root cause analysis, interpret engineering drawings, and measure components and assemblies specified to tight tolerances.
- Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of customer, industry, export regulations, and regulatory standards across manufacturing operations.
Certifications & Competencies
- Certifications: Six Sigma / Lean Manufacturing certifications preferred.
- Systems Proficiency: Experience using ERP/MRP systems, compiling databases, using spreadsheets, and knowledge of G-Suite.
- Core Competencies: Analytical thinker, strong problem-solving skills, customer alignment, and commitment to core values.
Compensation, Benefits & Legal
Total Rewards & Compensation
- Base Salary Range: $85,000 - $105,000 (DOE) per year, based on experience and qualifications.
- Incentive Compensation: AIP target 5%
- Benefits & Perks: Comprehensive healthcare coverage, 401k, paid time off, and continuous professional development opportunities. Learn more at Winchester Interconnect Careers.
EEO Statement
Aptiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities). We adhere to all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination and strictly prohibit workplace harassment of any kind.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree (BS) required
- 3-5 years of quality experience
- Proficiency with Six Sigma and lean manufacturing techniques
- Experience with measurement system analysis (MSA), DOE, and FMEA in design and manufacturing environments
- Ability to direct development and implementation of test and inspection programs to meet customer and regulatory standards
- Demonstrated root cause analysis, corrective action planning, and leading technical improvement initiatives
- Experience using data systems, ERP, and spreadsheets to monitor and drive continuous improvement
- Ability to measure components and assemblies to tight tolerances and measure/process yields
- Experience with process auditing
- Material Science engineering background or similar
- Familiarity with Google Enterprise and ADP
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.
