Full-Time

Quality Engineer

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company

Manufactures high-reliability payload release systems

No salary listed

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

Moorpark, CA, USA

In Person

Travel up to 10% may be required.

Category
QA & Testing (1)
Required Skills
GD&T
ISO 9001
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Requirements
  • The successful candidate preferably will have a BS/MS in science or engineering discipline with emphasis in electro/mechanical engineering and experience in quality engineering.
  • Experience with high precision machined parts and assembly operations.
  • Knowledge and understanding of current ISO 9001/AS 9100 quality systems.
  • Working knowledge with interpretation of engineering specifications, mechanical drawing and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T).
  • Knowledge of process capability concepts including Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Supplier Quality Assurance experience.
  • Understanding of, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing practices, Problem Solving Skills and in depth understanding ERP/MRP planning systems.
  • Strong skills in MS Windows – Excel, Word and Power-point. Familiar with and able to work in MS Project.
  • Must be willing to travel up to 10%.
Responsibilities
  • This position provides organizational support for customer programs and supplier quality requirements.
  • The candidate will be responsible for quality engineering, system and process improvements, and RCCA activity including non-conformance analysis and implementation of effective countermeasures.
  • Lead quality functions for assigned programs from proposal through shipment to customer while complying with customer requirements and achieving EBAD cost and delivery expectations.
  • Host customer quality audits and participates in internal quality audits.
  • Interface with suppliers and customers concerning program quality requirements.
  • Develops, modifies, coordinates and documents the implementation, evaluation and maintenance of quality assurance programs and systems.
  • Issue internal and supplier Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA).
  • Provides advice and guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations.
  • Analyzes design reliability and quality to recommend process changes and enhancements.
  • Works closely with Engineering in bringing quality products to production readiness.
  • Leads quality in production activities: Factory materials, process, assemblies, products, and field failures (RMA).
Desired Qualifications
  • Six Sigma Black or Green Belt.
  • ASQ CQE/CQM Certification.
  • Experience working in military or aerospace quality systems.
  • Significant experience working directly with customers and suppliers.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company

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Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense provides high-reliability payload release and spacecraft deployment solutions for space and defense missions. Its main products, Multi Point Payload Release Mechanisms (PRM) and Hold Down Release Mechanisms (HDRM), are precision mechanical systems that hold payloads securely during launch and release them on command to enable safe satellite deployment. The company differentiates itself with decades of aerospace heritage dating back to 1836, plus tailored engineering, rigorous testing, and strong collaboration with government and private sector clients to ensure safety and performance. The goal is to deliver dependable, proven hardware that helps customers achieve mission success while supporting STEM education and community initiatives.

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Simsbury, Connecticut

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What believers are saying

  • Facilities in Simsbury CT, Moorpark CA, and Graham KY support global operations.
  • EBAD supplies release mechanisms for B-2 Stealth bomber and Boeing SeaLaunch.
  • EBAD invests in STEM education, fostering future aerospace talent pipeline.

What critics are saying

  • SpaceX Starlink erodes explosive HDRM share with non-explosive actuators now.
  • Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin exclude EBAD from $2B OPFIRE contracts.
  • Rocket Lab undercuts EBAD pricing by 40% on smallsat fairing systems.

What makes Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company unique

  • EBAD acquired Honeybee Robotics in 2017, enhancing space robotics capabilities.
  • EBAD acquired Avior Control Technologies in 2018, adding advanced control systems.
  • EBAD holds ISO 9001, AS9100, and NADCAP certifications for high-reliability products.

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