Hiring: Quality Assurance Technical Lead Company: Airtech Advanced Materials Group Location: Huntington Beach, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:06:07 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Quality Assurance, R, Root Cause Analysis About the job Experience: •3+ years of hands-on laboratory or quality experience in a manufacturing or chemical environment. Required Skills: •The Quality Assurance Technical Lead serves as the subject matter expert in chemistry, materials testing, and laboratory analysis. This role is responsible for ensuring product quality through advanced chemical evaluation, method development, and data-driven decision-making. •This position partners closely with Quality, Production, and R&D to support product validation, troubleshoot material issues, and drive continuous improvement. The Technical Lead plays a key role in laboratory operations, experimental testing, and investigation of nonconformances, with a strong emphasis on root cause analysis and scientific rigor. •Laboratory & Technical Leadership •Act as the technical expert for chemical and material testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods. •Perform and oversee analytical testing using standard lab instrumentation and methods (e.g., wet chemistry, physical property testing, material characterization). •Develop, validate, and improve laboratory test methods to ensure accuracy, repeatability, and reliability. •Interpret complex data sets and provide clear, actionable recommendations to QA, Production, and Engineering teams. •Ensure proper calibration, maintenance, and performance of laboratory equipment. Qualifications: •BS in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field. •Strong background in analytical chemistry, material testing, or polymer/composite systems. •Proven experience with root cause analysis, investigations, and technical problem-solving. •Strong technical writing and documentation skills. •Background in polymers, composites, or aerospace materials. •Operational familiarity with ISO9001/AS9100 environments (supporting role). •7:00 AM - 3:30 PM; Monday - Friday; On-site •We Hire You To Retire You •Learn more about us at www.airtechjobs.com. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!