Quality, Test, & Compliance Engineer

CMC Rescue Inc•Goleta, CA

5h•$86,511 - $129,767

About The Position

The Quality, Compliance and Test Engineer / Specialist is a hands-on technical role responsible for supporting quality, test, and compliance activities throughout the product lifecycle. This position focuses on product inspection, process verification, failure analysis, and production support to ensure products meet internal specifications, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. The role partners closely with engineering, supply chain and production teams to identify issues, implement technical solutions, and drive continuous product and process improvement.

Requirements

5–7-years of experience in manufacturing, inspection, or quality assurance environments.
Extensive hands-on capability in working with tools, machines, and equipment.
Strong understanding of dimensional inspection, functional testing, and defect identification.
Experience with nonconformance reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
Proficiency in machining, fabrication, welding, and fixture design.
Knowledge of regulatory safety standards and manufacturing quality requirements.
Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
Experience with data collection, analysis, and technical reporting.
Proficiency with MS Office tools for documentation and reporting.

Nice To Haves

Engineering Degree or equivalent experience.
Background in consumer products, mechanical assemblies, or performance-critical manufacturing.
Experience supporting suppliers, contract manufacturers, or global sourcing operations.
Familiarity with ISO 9001–based quality systems and audit processes.
Familiarity with APQP processes and implementation.

Responsibilities

Support operations by verifying product conformance to drawings, specifications, and workmanship standards.
Identify nonconforming materials and products and document findings in quality systems.
Support containment, rework, and disposition activities for nonconforming product.
Lead corrective and preventive action activities through root cause analysis and verification of effectiveness.
Review manufacturing processes for repeatability, capability, and risk to quality.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
Execute product testing to internal requirements, industry standards, and applicable regulatory safety standards.
Develop test setups, methods, and acceptance criteria to support production readiness and product release.
Perform validation and verification testing on new and existing products.
Analyze test results, identify failure modes, and provide data-driven technical recommendations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process gaps, variation, and quality risks.
Assist with development and refinement of inspection methods, test procedures, and work instructions.
Participate in risk assessments such as PFMEA, control plans, and process reviews.
Update, maintain and/or develop Quality, Test and Compliance processes and documentation.
Design, fabricate, and maintain inspection fixtures, gauges, and test equipment.
Support automation and semi-automated inspection or test solutions to improve efficiency and repeatability.
Evaluate and support procurement of manufacturing and inspection equipment.
Ensure measurement systems are appropriate for intended use and maintained in working condition.
Support sensor integration, data acquisition, and measurement systems for quality verification.
Generate and maintain accurate inspection records, test reports, and technical documentation.
Verify compliance with internal quality system requirements and applicable industry standards.
Support internal and external audits by providing objective evidence and technical explanations.
Manage ongoing 3rd party recertification and compliance activities.
Ensure traceability of test results, inspection data, and corrective actions.