About this role
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to address corrective actions & process improvements supporting the CAPA/Special Projects team in Poway, CA. This role is responsible for leading non-reporting teams in the response to product and process CAPAs affecting a wide array of business processes including component manufacturing, aircraft and GCS integration, compliance findings, and other categories under the umbrella of AS9100 compliance. This role also contributes to new process development and risk-based preventive action identification & execution. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Investigate technical and non-technical process and product defects, preparing briefings on topics to leadership & support teams. Lead cross functional teams responsible for corrective and preventive actions associated with processes or product nonconformances in the factory or supply chain. Lead root cause analysis on complex business process breakdowns & technical product anomalies discovered within the factory or supply chain. Identify risk-based opportunities for improvement, using common industry tools like PFMEA, process mapping, and statistical data analysis. Establish and monitor measures for capturing effectiveness of solutions. Provide project management including the implementation, deployment and sustaining of CI improvements and change management initiatives. Lead projects to develop new processes aimed at risk-based opportunities for improvement. Formulate process concepts, document via presentations & procedures, develop & deploy training for affected stakeholder teams. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. . Dept: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems