Quality Engineer

As a Quality Engineer within PPG's Aerospace Business, you will support the development, manufacturing, and sustainment of sealants, coatings, and adhesives products at the Mojave site. You will be a part of the Mojave Quality Organization and provide subject matter expertise in quality sciences to lead compliance and continuous improvement across the product lifecycle. The Quality Engineer interfaces with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Science and Technology teams. Also, you will work with customers and suppliers, to ensure product and process integrity from design through delivery and sustainment.We base this position fully onsite at our Mojave, CA facility and you will report to the Site Quality Manager.Responsibilities Improve product quality and manufacturing processes, support production team to troubleshoot production batches of coatings and sealants to ensure FTQ Lead RCCA analysis using statistical quality tools and corrective action implementation Cost savings for the plant by reducing cycle time, improving first pass yield, and reducing scrap using Global quality tools. Provide training on quality improvement topics, communicate with internal/ external customers, support new product qualifications and special projects Apply continuous improvement methodologies, manage customer complaints, and monitor quality performance data, and Quality Stand Operating Procedures. Be the subject matter expert for Quality training, review Quality training effectiveness Ensure flow down of program and regulatory quality requirements across engineering, procurement, production, and sustainment processes. Guide closure and accountability for NCMRs, Customer Complaints, SQARs, CARs, MRB, PFMEA, MOC, and audit findings. Collaborate with S&T on batch ticket review, analyze technical documentation, manufacturing data.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline.2+ years of relevant experience in quality, manufacturing, or engineering roles.Experience with AS9100, FAA regulations, and core quality engineering tools (RCCA, SPC, MSA).Demonstrated experience conducting technical reviews, interpreting engineering drawings, and managing configuration control.Experience analyzing process variation, interpret metrics, and apply data-driven methods to improve quality performance.Collaborator with experience working on teams and engaging directly with customers.Familiarity with aerospace transparency materials and associated optical performance standards encouraged.Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refuges are eligible to apply.You have to be eligible to obtain security clearance.Professional certifications such as CQE, AS9102, Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent encouraged.Knowledge of FAA PMA processes, OEM quality/engineering flow-down requirements, or aircraft certification practices is advantageous.PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, Family Leave and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.The base salary range for this position is $65,000 to $72,000, with a possibility of an annual bonus up to 7% of base salary. PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, Family Leave and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.About UsPPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.The PPG Way 2030 We are customer championsProactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.We act with purpose and speedAgile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.We are excellent operatorsProductive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.We compete to winFuture-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.We are PPG proudStrong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.