Crane Aerospace & Electronics
Senior Quality Analyst – Burbank, CA
Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. We are located in Burbank, CA and offer a strong community atmosphere with excellent schools, weather and entertainment.
Job Summary The Quality Analyst role plans, designs, develops, launches, and maintains efficient quality and operational systems in support of core business functions. The Analyst serves as a strategic quality resource for Crane Business Systems and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Functions
Partner with Quality Director and other leadership team members to determine annual quality objectives
Implement and maintain a Quality Scorecard that monitors quality metrics and other metrics that track performance of the Quality site
Support supplier quarterly/annual business reviews, monitor corrective action status, and drive continuous improvement
Liaise with site quality teams and suppliers to assure that quality issues are addressed and corrective actions are in place and properly managed
Conduct assessments of quality system and process control capability
Partner with quality engineers assigned to factories/suppliers to drive RCCA responses
Any other task assigned by supervisor or management
Non‑Essential Functions
Prepare management reports and presentations regarding quality status for the Burbank Manufacturing site
Support Material Review Board and lead the Corrective Action Board
Actively engage and understand trends in the industry’s approach to quality and new approaches that may provide benefit to BU
Minimum Qualifications
4+ years of related experience
Working knowledge of marketplace and manufacturing technologies
Familiarity with quality metrics in an aerospace environment; knowledge of FMEA, GR&R, control plans, capability studies and variation reduction
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
Exposure to Lean concepts (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen Leadership, 5S, etc)
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field; applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of assigned product or program
Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; consistent decision‑making skills; ability to work multiple problems simultaneously; define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions; rely on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
AA in technical discipline
Eligibility: U.S. persons only. This position requires access to controlled data or information and is bound by ITAR.
Preferred Qualifications
ASQC certifications and knowledge of SPC
Previous experience in a regulated environment, preferably FAA CFR 14 part 21 and part 145
Lean/Six Sigma certification (black belt or green belt)
Working Conditions
Standard office environment
Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
Normal manufacturing environment with required PPE (eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, straps, etc.)
May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
Physical Requirements
Standing: 50%
Sitting: 50%
Lifting (pounds): up to 25
Pushing (pounds): up to 25
Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets
Workspace: cubicle/desk
Benefits
Health care, dental or life insurance starting first day of month
Paid time off: 15 days accruing from first day; 12 paid holidays per year
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Education reimbursement eligible after 90 days of employment
Salary Salary range: $105,100 to $135,600. Salary is commensurate with experience, qualifications and performance.
In order to maintain a safe and drug‑free workplace, candidates must complete a satisfactory background check; FAA‑sensitive positions require participation in a random drug‑test pool.
Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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Job Summary The Quality Analyst role plans, designs, develops, launches, and maintains efficient quality and operational systems in support of core business functions. The Analyst serves as a strategic quality resource for Crane Business Systems and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Functions
Partner with Quality Director and other leadership team members to determine annual quality objectives
Implement and maintain a Quality Scorecard that monitors quality metrics and other metrics that track performance of the Quality site
Support supplier quarterly/annual business reviews, monitor corrective action status, and drive continuous improvement
Liaise with site quality teams and suppliers to assure that quality issues are addressed and corrective actions are in place and properly managed
Conduct assessments of quality system and process control capability
Partner with quality engineers assigned to factories/suppliers to drive RCCA responses
Any other task assigned by supervisor or management
Non‑Essential Functions
Prepare management reports and presentations regarding quality status for the Burbank Manufacturing site
Support Material Review Board and lead the Corrective Action Board
Actively engage and understand trends in the industry’s approach to quality and new approaches that may provide benefit to BU
Minimum Qualifications
4+ years of related experience
Working knowledge of marketplace and manufacturing technologies
Familiarity with quality metrics in an aerospace environment; knowledge of FMEA, GR&R, control plans, capability studies and variation reduction
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
Exposure to Lean concepts (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen Leadership, 5S, etc)
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field; applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of assigned product or program
Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; consistent decision‑making skills; ability to work multiple problems simultaneously; define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions; rely on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
AA in technical discipline
Eligibility: U.S. persons only. This position requires access to controlled data or information and is bound by ITAR.
Preferred Qualifications
ASQC certifications and knowledge of SPC
Previous experience in a regulated environment, preferably FAA CFR 14 part 21 and part 145
Lean/Six Sigma certification (black belt or green belt)
Working Conditions
Standard office environment
Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
Normal manufacturing environment with required PPE (eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, straps, etc.)
May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
Physical Requirements
Standing: 50%
Sitting: 50%
Lifting (pounds): up to 25
Pushing (pounds): up to 25
Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets
Workspace: cubicle/desk
Benefits
Health care, dental or life insurance starting first day of month
Paid time off: 15 days accruing from first day; 12 paid holidays per year
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Education reimbursement eligible after 90 days of employment
Salary Salary range: $105,100 to $135,600. Salary is commensurate with experience, qualifications and performance.
In order to maintain a safe and drug‑free workplace, candidates must complete a satisfactory background check; FAA‑sensitive positions require participation in a random drug‑test pool.
Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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