QA Engineer at Curtiss-Wright Corporation in Brea, CA

Summary: Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a global leader in providing valves and instrumentation to the Nuclear Power Industry, and they are seeking a QA Engineer. The role involves developing quality standards, conducting inspections, and analyzing quality data to support continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities: - Develop and apply quality standards, inspection methods, and documentation for receiving, in-process, and final inspections in alignment with company and contractual requirements (25%) - Review in-process nonconformances, determine disposition, and assist in implementing corrective actions to address product or process deviations (20%) - Participate in audits, prepare supporting documentation, and contribute to adherence with internal and external quality, safety, and regulatory standards (20%) - Interface with customers, vendors, and internal teams to resolve routine quality issues and communicate inspection findings or quality status updates (20%) - Analyze production and quality data to identify trends, recommend procedural updates, and support continuous improvement of quality systems (15%) Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field - 1–3+ years of experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, or related technical functions - Knowledge of quality systems, inspection methods, and regulatory or industry standards (GLP, GMP, ISO, Six Sigma) - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret data and identify trends - Effective communication skills for collaborating with suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams - Ability to follow established engineering and quality procedures and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives - Proficiency with quality tools, inspection techniques, and basic statistical methods Required Skills: Quality systems knowledge, Inspection methods, Regulatory standards Important Skills: Analytical skills, Quality tools proficiency Nice-to-Have Skills: Continuous improvement, Statistical methods Benefits: Paid Time Off, 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing, Health and Wellness Benefits, Learning and Development Opportunities, Referral Program, Competitive Pay, Recognition, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Inclusive & Supportive Culture