JOB SUMMARY:

Our client in Irvine, CA is looking for a Prototype Analyst. This is a contract position.

Most important skills/responsibilities:

Master Parts List (MPL) Management & Validation:

• Collaborate with Prototype Engineering to integrate process-related data into the MPL.
• Good understanding of product data management (PDM).
• Strong experience in data analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

Master Parts List (MPL) Management & Validation:

• Create and validate Master Parts Lists (MPLs) for all builds, working hand-in-hand with the internal engineering team and partner companies.
• Ensure MPL accuracy through regular Bill of Materials (BOM) to MPL alignment checks.
• Collaborate with Prototype Engineering to integrate process-related data into the MPL.
• Perform validations regularly (e.g., weekly) to maintain MPL accuracy.

Change Management & System Alignment:

• Manage changes effectively by approving and executing Change Management (CM) tickets.
• Maintain system alignment by analyzing, debugging, and correlating data during transfers between various platforms.
• Regularly communicate with the warehouse team to update part availability.

Production & Build Support:

• Support part shortage meetings, providing clear and concise status updates on all critical issues.
• Support deviation meetings to ensure all necessary changes are accurately incorporated into the MPL.
• Report the clear part status throughout the duration of the build tracking.
• Support Change Review Boards (CRBs) for any last-minute changes that may be needed.