Quality Technician IV (1st Shift) in Torrance, California at OKSI

OKSI is seeking a Quality Technician IV to serve as the senior-most floor quality technician, providing expert-level inspection coverage and day-to-day technical leadership for the Quality team during a period of AS9100D compliance activities, QMS modernization, and preparation for a second facility. This is a hands-on role for an experienced quality professional who can operate with minimal oversight, own complex inspection and nonconformance decisions, mentor junior technicians, and serve as the Quality Manager's primary floor-level deputy.

What You'll Do

• Verify incoming parts and materials against purchase orders and acceptance criteria, and support kitting and cycle counts on the production floor
• Perform in-process visual and dimensional checks at defined production milestones
• Own formatting, revision control, and review of quality procedures and work instructions
• Confirm outgoing product meets labeling, packaging, and shipping documentation requirements
• Conduct daily FOD prevention walks and log findings in Odoo
• Own the full calibration program, including scheduling, outside lab coordination, and audit readiness of calibration records
• Verify that supplier quality certifications on file are current and compliant, and support supplier corrective action requests (SCARs)
• Document nonconformances, own root cause analysis and corrective action recommendations for significant or recurring issues, and drive disposition to closure
• Lead internal audits of assigned floor areas and serve as a subject matter expert during AS9100D surveillance and customer audits
• Mentor and cross-train Quality Technicians I-III on inspection techniques, documentation standards, and floor procedures
• Track and report floor-level quality metrics, including inspection throughput, NCR trends, and calibration compliance, to the Quality Manager
• Serve as backup point of contact for floor quality matters in the Quality Manager's

• NDT Level II certification (per NAS410 or equivalent) or comparable advanced quality/inspection credential required
• Expert-level command of inspection methods and measurement tools, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges, with the ability to train others
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100D, ISO 9001, or other quality management system standards
• Proficiency with ERP or QMS software required; Odoo experience strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of government property management and FAR/DFARS compliance
• Comfortable working in a production/manufacturing environment, including standing, floor movement, and handling hardware
• 3+ years of progressive experience in quality, inspection, or manufacturing roles, including demonstrated experience mentoring others
• Aerospace or defense experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• NDT Level III certification
• Internal auditor experience
• Background in finite element analysis (FEA), optomechanical design, thermal management, or lightweight structures

Education

• Associate's degree, NDT/technical certification, or equivalent extensive hands-on inspection experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field, such as physics or mechanical engineering, preferred

Work Environment and Schedule

• Onsite, full time position
• Manufacturing and lab environment
• 1st Shift: 0600 - 1430

Pay and Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $29.00 - $39.00
• Medical, dental, and vision employee coverage fully paid by the employer
• Three weeks of vacation to start
• Automatic company contribution to 401K, 5% of earned wages, no matching required
• Educational assistance and professional development opportunities

Additional Requirements

• US Person status is required. Candidates with an active security clearance or the ability to obtain one are preferred. Work will be performed on government and defense programs.

ITAR Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export control regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

We are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in the application and hiring process. This employer participates in E-Verify.