Quality Engineer - Elcon Precision
Full Time
Engineering
San Jose Elcon, San Jose, CA, US
Salary Range:
$90,000.00 To $130,000.00 Annually
Job Title: Quality Engineer
Location: Elcon Precision, LLC
1009 Timothy Dr San Jose CA 95113
Department: Quality Assurance
Reports To: Quality Manager
Type: Full-Time
About Us
We are a leading component manufacturer serving high-reliability industries including aerospace, defense, medical, and semiconductor. As an ISO 9001 and AS9100-certified organization, we are committed to delivering precision-engineered components with uncompromising quality. We're looking for a Quality Engineer to join our team and support our continuous improvement initiatives and supplier quality processes.
Position Summary
The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that products and processes meet established quality standards and customer requirements. This role will drive root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and collaborate cross-functionally to improve product quality. A key focus of this role will be managing supplier quality, including audits, corrective actions, and ongoing supplier development.
Key Responsibilities
- Interpret and apply ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards to internal processes and external suppliers.
- Develop and execute inspection plans, control plans, and quality documentation.
- Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions (RCCA/CAPA).
- Conduct First Article Inspections (FAIs) per AS9102 standards.
- Support and participate in internal and external audits, including customer and third-party audits.
- Perform supplier quality audits and assessments; develop and monitor supplier corrective actions.
- Maintain supplier scorecards and lead performance improvement initiatives with key vendors.
- Work closely with Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain teams to resolve quality issues.
- Analyze quality data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements.
- Ensure calibration and maintenance of inspection and test equipment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
- 3–7 years of experience in a quality engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality systems.
- Experience with supplier quality management, including audits and performance monitoring.
- Familiarity with GD&T, inspection tools, and metrology equipment.
- Working knowledge of FMEAs, control plans, and PPAP/APQP preferred.
- Proficiency in using quality tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, Pareto Analysis, etc.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
- Certification as a CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) or CQA (Certified Quality Auditor) is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Work will be performed primarily in a manufacturing environment.
- Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes.
- May require extended periods of standing or sitting.
- Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
- Pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and lifting may be required.
- Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Why Join Us
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Opportunity to work on high-reliability products in critical industries
- Collaborative, technically driven team environment
- Commitment to continuous improvement and employee development
Due to ITAR regulations, this position requires that the
employee must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident).
Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran