Parts, Materials, and Processes Engineer 3

GROW WITH US AND STAY EXTRAORDINARY:
Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight—one of San Diego’s fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small, agile, and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. We’re not just reaching for the stars—we’re engineering them. Let’s innovate the infinite, together.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:
As a PM&P Engineer III, you will lead complex quality engineering activities and support the development and execution of Innoflight's Parts, Materials, and Processes (PM&P) program. You'll work across Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure the reliability, quality, and traceability of electronic components, materials, and processes used in advanced aerospace and spaceflight hardware. From evaluating EEE components and managing counterfeit parts prevention to supporting supplier quality, failure analysis, and component obsolescence, you'll apply your technical expertise to solve complex challenges while helping maintain the highest standards of product quality and mission assurance.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Leads Quality Engineering Activities: Ensures compliance with customer requirements, contract specifications, engineering drawings, and applicable quality standards. Supports AS9102 First Article Inspections (FAIs), Material Review Board (MRB) activities, and product acceptance.
• Manages Supplier Quality: Supports supplier evaluation, qualification, and audits while ensuring quality requirements are flowed down and maintained throughout the supply chain.
• Leads Quality Investigations: Conducts complex quality investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective and preventive action activities to resolve issues and prevent recurrence.
• Develops PM&P Processes: Develops, maintains, and executes the company's PM&P program, ensuring appropriate selection, evaluation, qualification, and control of parts, materials, and processes.
• Evaluates EEE Components: Assesses electronic, electrical, and electromechanical (EEE) components for suitability and reliability, supporting component selection, screening, qualification, and lot acceptance activities.
• Maintains Counterfeit Prevention: Supports counterfeit parts prevention processes in accordance with applicable industry standards, including AS5553, AS6171, AS6174, and AS6081.
• Controls Materials & Processes: Establishes controls for prohibited or restricted materials, as well as age-sensitive, moisture-sensitive, and handling-sensitive materials, ensuring proper storage, handling, documentation, and traceability.
• Manages Component Lifecycle: Maintains configuration-controlled parts and materials lists and monitors GIDEP notices, product change notifications (PCNs), and component obsolescence to identify risks and coordinate mitigation strategies.
• Drives Quality Improvements: Analyzes quality metrics, trends, and risks; supports failure analysis; and identifies opportunities to improve product reliability, processes, and efficiency.
• Collaborates & Mentors: Works with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, suppliers, and customers to resolve technical issues while providing guidance to junior team members.
• Supports Business Travel: Travels up to 25% as needed to support supplier visits, audits, and other business requirements.

YOU’RE AWESOME AT:

• Quality Engineering: Applying quality engineering principles, supplier quality practices, and aerospace quality standards to complex hardware and manufacturing environments.
• PM&P & EEE Components: Evaluating electronic components, materials, and processes for high-reliability aerospace and spaceflight applications.
• Technical Problem Solving: Leading investigations, interpreting technical documentation, identifying root causes, and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Component Reliability & Compliance: Understanding component qualification, counterfeit prevention, materials controls, and lifecycle management.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 7 or more years of experience in engineering, supplier quality, components engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 3 or more years of experience supporting aerospace or defense PM&P activities, EEE components, or comparable high-reliability hardware.
• Working knowledge of parts, materials, and processes used in aerospace and space electronics applications.
• Experience with supplier quality, root cause analysis, corrective action, and quality problem-solving methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering schematics, component datasheets, drawings, specifications, and test data.
• Strong organizational, analytical, documentation, and technical communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Experience supporting spaceflight hardware programs and familiarity with military or space-grade EEE component specifications is a plus.
• Knowledge of SAE AS standards and counterfeit parts prevention standards, including AS5553, AS6171, AS6174, and AS6081, is a plus.
• Experience with destructive physical analysis (DPA), outgassing assessments, tin whisker mitigation, and component reliability evaluations is a plus.
• Familiarity with PCB and electronic assembly processes, workmanship standards, board qualification, and coupon evaluation is a plus.
• Experience with PLM systems, electronic component databases, or component lifecycle management services is a plus.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt certification is a plus.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The starting base salary for this position ranges from $125,000 to $155,000 per year, depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance. Additional benefits include:

• 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance
• 10 paid holidays + 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
• Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:

• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off—whether you use it to recharge, work on a passion project, or spend time with family, the choice is yours.
• Continuous Learning & Development: We’re serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly “Lunch & Learns,” we make learning a core part of the job.
• Mission-Driven Culture: We aren’t just building tech—we’re enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency. Here, your voice is heard, your work is respected, and your individuality is celebrated.

BE YOU, WITH US:
At Innoflight, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms, and you don’t need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.

YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

REFERRALS:
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A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES:
Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, recruiters, or any third-party sources. Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight, and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.

To California residents applying for this job, please read Innoflight’s CCPA Notice: https://www.innoflight.com/careers/california-consumer-privacy-act-notice-for-job-applicants.

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