Senior Quality Engineer

Sr. Quality Engineer

The Sr. Quality Engineer leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality engineering practices in a complex, defense-focused manufacturing environment. This role owns key quality processes, drives root cause and failure analysis, ensures compliance with ISO and AS standards, and serves as a primary liaison between engineering, production, suppliers, and customers. The position offers significant growth potential, including the opportunity to manage direct reports and advance into higher-level management and leadership roles within a rapidly growing organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive technical publications, quality program plans, and inspection instructions that align with customer, federal government, and Department of Defense requirements.
• Prepare and submit first article inspection packages, including all supporting documentation, ensuring full compliance with applicable standards and customer specifications.
• Perform Statistical Process Control (SPC) data analysis using tools such as Microsoft Office and Minitab to monitor process performance and drive data-based decisions.
• Lead failure analysis activities, prepare detailed failure analysis reports, and implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate root causes.
• Develop, manage, and submit CDRL and SDRL documents in accordance with contractual requirements and federal government frameworks.
• Conduct root cause analysis and establish robust corrective action plans (CAPA) to address nonconformances and systemic quality issues.
• Apply quality engineering and quality assurance principles, including PPAP, PFMEA, FMEA, GD&T, and quality control methodologies, to ensure product conformity and reliability.
• Write quality assurance plans that are compliant with Department of Defense and federal government requirements, including AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards.
• Interpret detailed engineering specifications and drawings, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5M, and perform verification and layout of precision parts.
• Support and participate in quality system auditing activities for ISO and AS quality management systems, ensuring ongoing compliance and readiness for external audits.
• Collaborate closely with supplier quality to evaluate and develop suppliers, support audits, and ensure incoming materials meet quality and contractual requirements.
• Interface regularly with program management, engineering, production, and other functional teams as part of a cross-functional programs team assigned to specific programs.
• Train, supervise, and mentor quality technicians, inspectors, and other personnel, including potential direct reports, to build a high-performing quality team.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, quality management system enhancements, and program-level quality strategies to support organizational growth.
• Own decisions within the quality function, take responsibility for outcomes, and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support program managers and engineering teams in meeting key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality, delivery, and compliance.
• Engage with major prime contractors and federal government customers through quality-related correspondence and liaison activities.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2 years of experience acting in a Sr. Level Quality Engineer role, preferably within Department of Defense contracting or similar regulated environments.
• Strong experience in quality engineering and quality assurance, including quality control, supplier quality, and quality management systems.
• Hands-on experience with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality management standards, including implementation and maintenance.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and development of corrective action plans, including CAPA methodologies.
• Experience with first article inspection processes, documentation, and corrective actions related to first article submissions.
• Ability to develop and manage CDRL and SDRL documentation in line with federal government and prime contractor requirements.
• Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and…