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Senior Quality Engineer

Location:

Valencia, CA, US, 91355

Business Unit: Systems and Support

Function: Quality

TRIUMPH designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, accessories, subassemblies, systems and aircraft structures. We partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators of commercial, regional, business and military aircraft worldwide, to provide products and services that solve their hardest problems. So whatever the part, component or complexity of assembly, TRIUMPH is committed to quality, service and meeting the specialized needs of each customer.

TRIUMPH participates at all levels of the aerospace supply chain – from single components, to complex systems, to aerospace structures and their contents. We provide solutions for the entire product life cycle of an aircraft – from raw material to aftermarket service. Our unique ability to integrate a broad range of products and capabilities is our competitive advantage.

We are rapidly growing and looking for people who feel rewarded by innovation, career growth, and making an impact all while working with state-of-the-art equipment on cutting-edge projects. If you're ready to be challenged, inspired, and supported as you pursue your professional best, we hope you'll explore a future with TRIUMPH.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply customer specifications, including aerospace/defense standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001, Boeing D6 XXX requirements if applicable)
• Focus on using statistics and data analysis techniques to improve processes.
• Lead complex investigations using structured problem solving tools (8D, A3, DMAIC, Ishikawa, 5 Why).
• Own Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) from initiation through verification of effectiveness
• Drive proactive quality initiatives, including PFMEA, control plans, risk mitigation, and process robustness improvements.
• Set up product and process inspections to determine sample sizes to include but no limited to writing procedures that include selection of the correct measuring tools.
• Understand and analyze complex problems and derive solutions.
• Effectively communicate technical issues, solutions, ideas, and concepts to a diverse audience including Program Managers, Customers, and Executive Management.
• Determine material review board dispositions for product nonconformances.
• Lead and participate in nonconformance investigations to analyze and determine root cause, define corrective actions, and ensure corrective action implementation is effective.
• Participate in program and quality assurance reviews.
• Determines, tracks and reports quality performance.
• Review customer drawings and specifications and to fully understand requirement flow downs.
• Prepare and review quality documentation including policies, procedures, processes, and First Articles to ensure compliance to internal and external requirements.
• Conduct internal audits of products, processes and procedures and act as a credible escort for internal and external auditors.
• Understands the design intent, requirements, and specifications of our products as well as the manufacturing processes, process controls and failure modes.
• Provide support in development and evaluation of product and process capability, process control plans, analysis of conditions, and process audits with the objective of improving process performance and capability.
• Daily collaboration with cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, manufacturing, and inspection to ensure high quality product is delivered to our customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineeering (Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, or related discipline).
• ASQ CQE, CSSBB, CSSBG, CSSYB Preferred.
• 5 –10+ years of experience in Quality Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100/ISO 9001, PPAP, FAI (AS9102), and MRB processes.
• Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Proficiency with statistical analysis, SPC, MSA, and process capability tools.
• Experience with reading and interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence across functions
Preferred Qualifications
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience working with aerospace OEMs (Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed, etc.).
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems and digital quality tools.
• Experience with supplier quality development and audits.
• Advanced data analysis skills (Minitab, JMP, Python, or similar).

Core Competencies
• Strong analytical and problem solving mindset
• High attention to detail and risk awareness
• Ability to lead cross functional teams
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Continuous improvement orientation
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Salary: $115,000 - $145,000 plus bonus

Our Vision:

As one team, we enable the safety and prosperity of the world.

Our Mission:

We partner with our Customers to TRIUMPH over their hardest aerospace, defense, and industrial challenges to deliver value to our stakeholders.

Our Values:

Integrity – Do the right thing for our stakeholders. We value safety, diversity, and respect.
Teamwork – Win as One team-one company. Solicit help and assist others.
Continuous Improvement – Pursue zero defect quality. Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
Innovation – Passion for growing the business. Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
Act with Velocity – Partner, anticipate and communicate. Proactively solve problems.

Code of Conduct:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the TRIUMPH behaviors captured within our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Act with Velocity. Detailed definitions are below and performance metrics for each behavior can be found on our intranet and is embedded within our Performance Management processes. All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in TRIUMPH’s Code of Conduct.

Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS):

Employees are responsible for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of themselves, the environment, and other people. All employees must comply with EHS policy training and instructions, help to maintain a safe and clean working environment, and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Company. Employees must report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to management. Additionally, employees are expected to notify management of any dangerous or potentially dangerous situations or practices.

Additional Information:

Triumph is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

SELECT US positions require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to be eligible for applicable positions, you must be a US Person under ITAR or eligible for approval for a U.S. Government export license. A US Person is a US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, refugee or asylee. All inquires related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.

U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Please contact us if you require assistance in applying for TRIUMPH and we will provide reasonable accommodations via HRDepartment@triumphgroup.com.

Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles

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