Quality Engineer - Defense Manufacturing

Job Description

Job DescriptionQuality Engineer – Defense Manufacturing
Company: Confidential employer (recruiting through EdgeTech Staffing)
Location: South Central Massachusetts area

About the RoleThis facility produces high-reliability electronic and electromechanical components for defense and aerospace customers. The Quality Engineer will be responsible for developing and improving the Quality Management System (QMS) and driving a culture of quality across the operation.

What You Will Do:

• Develop, maintain, and improve a Quality Management System that meets AS9100, ISO 9001, and applicable defense requirements
• Standardize and implement quality processes including inspection, calibration, material control, corrective action, and supplier quality
• Prepare Quality Plans with process flows, control plans, PFMEAs, and test criteria for new and existing products
• Define quality metrics, audit schedules, and documentation controls to ensure data integrity and audit readiness
• Qualify and monitor suppliers to meet defense and high reliability electronic component standards
• Lead root cause analysis and CAPA activities to reduce defects and improve yield
• Partner with Engineering, Production, and Program Management to integrate quality into design, manufacturing, and test activities
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits and ensure compliance with ITAR, DFARS, and related requirements

Role Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field
• 7+ years of Quality Engineering experience in defense, aerospace, or complex electronics manufacturing
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing QMS processes
• Strong knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, and applicable military or defense standards
• Hands-on experience with SPC, root cause analysis, FMEA, and CAPA
• Proficiency with tools such as Minitab or other SPC software, and familiarity with ERP/QMS systems
• Experience in electro-mechanical, electro-optical, or precision assembly environments is highly desirable
• ASQ CQE or similar quality certification is a plus
• Experience supporting DoD or other government contracts is a plus

Details:

• Full-time, onsite role in the South Central Massachusetts area
• Base Salary Target Range: $90,000 to $110,000 per year, depending on experience
• Full benefits package provided by the client
• Candidates must meet applicable work authorization requirements for defense work

How to Apply:Apply with your resume through this posting. EdgeTech Staffing is managing this search on behalf of a confidential employer. Qualified candidates will be contacted to review experience, pay expectations, and next steps.