Quality Engineer Senior

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Step into a world where cutting‑edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi‑mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilized on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our “five‑eyes” defense customers with an unbeatable war fighting edge. From surface vessels to sub‑surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game‑changing technologies, including state‑of‑the‑art sonar, radar, and expendables.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

Ultra Maritime is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer with 5–6 years of experience in quality engineering and inspection roles. This quality hybrid position combines the responsibilities of a Quality Engineer, Receiving Inspector, and Manufacturing Line Inspector to ensure compliance across the supply chain, incoming material inspection, and production floor activities. The role also involves supporting audits, compliance activities, and contractual obligations with the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA).

The ideal candidate will play a hands‑on role in maintaining product quality, supporting Root Cause Analysis (RCA), gaining exposure to Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (PFMEA), and ensuring adherence to defense and customer requirements.

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

• Perform incoming inspections of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components against drawings, specifications, and defense standards.
• Conduct in‑process and final inspections of assemblies, sub‑assemblies, and finished products on the manufacturing floor.
• Develop, review, and maintain inspection documentation, test plans, and quality records in compliance with ISO 9001 and contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers, engineering, and production teams to resolve nonconformances and drive timely dispositions through the Material Review Board (MRB).
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action development, with guidance from senior quality engineers as needed.
• Participate in PFMEA activities and other risk‑based quality tools to identify potential process risks and mitigation strategies (training available).
• Ensure inspection tools and gauges are calibrated and properly used to verify product conformance.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical data packages (TDPs) to establish inspection criteria.
• Interface with DCMA representatives during source inspections, audits, and product acceptance reviews to ensure compliance with defense contracts.
• Prepare and present objective quality evidence (OQE) and inspection records for DCMA acceptance.
• Maintain accurate documentation in ERP/QMS systems, including inspection results and nonconformance reporting.
• Promote and enforce quality culture on the manufacturing floor, acting as a liaison between production and quality engineering.

• Strong knowledge of quality assurance principles, inspection practices, ISO 9001, and defense contract compliance.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical data packages.
• Familiarity with DCMA requirements, government oversight processes, and defense/military specifications.
• Exposure to Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methods (5‑Whys, Fishbone, 8D, etc.); willingness to develop stronger expertise.
• Exposure to PFMEA or other risk analysis tools; training provided…