Quality Engineer

Job Title:

Quality Engineer

Develops, modifies, coordinates, and documents the implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of quality assurance programs and systems on one or more mid-size projects. Provides advice and guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations. Collaborates with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality standards are in place. Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires a review of identifiable factors.

• Analyze design reliability and quality to recommend process changes and enhancements.

• Create or recommend design, dimensional, or manufacturing process changes to improve products and reduce costs.

• Devise and implement methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment.

• Participate in functional testing and/or inspection of equipment and systems.

• Audit quality systems for deficiency identification and correction.

• Implement solutions to complex problems occurring internally and at vendor facilities.

• Prepare statistical analysis reports, specifications, and other technical documents.

• Interpret and adapt quality standards and government regulations.

• Provide limited project direction to other staff members.

• Generate nonconformance, material rejections, and corrective action reports, as well as communicate final acceptance test reports with customers.

• Generate and maintain files of all quality and as-built information for each product.

• Utilize SAP systems daily to support Quality Department activities.

• Observe all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations whenever business is conducted.

• Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related discipline with five or more years of related experience with a bachelor's degree or three or more years with a master's degree.

• Sound understanding of inspection methods and good knowledge of computer operations and applications.

• Proficiency in IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC-A-610.

• Thorough understanding of Government standards, operating procedures, and technical requirements.

• Analytical ability to develop creative solutions to routine and non-routine quality issues.

• Detail-oriented to accurately prepare statistical reports and technical documents.

• Good communication skills to ensure project costs and schedules are maintained.

• Demonstrated experience in the manufacturing of electrical cabinets, components, and electrical assemblies is highly desirable.

• Proficiency in IPC J-STD-001 is desirable.

• Experience with AS9100 and DOD quality assurance program requirements is desirable.

• Ability to obtain and maintain government clearance is desired.

• Able to work extended hours as required.

This position is onsite at the Tupelo, MS facility. The work involves collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure quality standards are maintained. Employees are expected to work in compliance with established operating procedures and practices, ensuring safety and adherence to regulations at all times.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Shannon, MS.

The pay range for this position is $36.73 - $61.46/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Shannon,MS.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2026.

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