Sr. Quality Engineer (Defense)

TL;DR

Sr. Quality Engineer (Defense): Ensuring compliance and quality for defense products and contracts with an accent on manufacturing processes, inspection planning, and root cause analysis. Focus on leading quality programs, optimizing production operations, and ensuring adherence to AS9100/ISO9001 standards.

Location: Onsite in Salt Lake City, UT

Salary: $95,000–$130,000 Annually

Company

A global leader in motion control across land, sea, air and space, pioneering advanced solutions for aerospace and defense markets.

What you will do

• Function as the Quality lead for assigned programs, overseeing contractual requirements and quality codes.
• Provide technical support to customers, suppliers, and government agencies to ensure contract compliance.
• Lead the creation and evaluation of cost-effective inspection planning and program plans.
• Conduct root cause analysis, failure analysis, DOEs, and SPC to improve manufacturing processes.
• Lead the review and evaluation of suspect materials and participate in corrective action reviews.
• Collaborate with inspection personnel and other departments to make production operations more efficient and defect-free.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering, analytical, or scientific field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in a Quality environment (8+ years desirable).
• Experience with AS9100, ISO9001, and AS9102 standards.
• Working knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Experience with Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Must be authorized to access U.S. export-controlled information.

Culture & Benefits

• 9/80 work schedule providing every other Friday off.
• Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.
• Financial rewards including matching 401k and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Flexible paid time off, holidays, and parental leave program.
• Professional development through tuition assistance, mentorship, and coaching.
• Relocation assistance provided.