Aerospace Quality Engineer – Satellite / Flight Hardware (Part-Time Contract)

SQA Services•Everett, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

SQA Services is seeking an Aerospace Quality Engineer to support a major aerospace satellite (space flight hardware) program. This role is a replacement position for an ongoing project that is now moving forward. This is a 0.8 FTE contract role (approximately 32 hours per week / 4 days per week). The position requires a hands-on, floor-based QE with strong experience supporting flight hardware, WOAs, and quality oversight in production environments. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and experienced in major aerospace workmanship standards, capable of supporting documentation review, nonconformance management, and overall quality execution while the internal team ramps up.

Requirements

5+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer supporting aerospace or space flight hardware
Direct experience working on satellite or major aerospace -related programs
Experience supporting actuators, gas generators, or mortar systems
Strong hands-on experience with WOAs, travelers, procedures, and NCRs
Working knowledge of NASA workmanship standards, including: IPC-A-610 / J-STD-001, IPC-620 w/ Space Addendum or NASA-STD-8739.4, NASA-STD-8739.1B
Comfortable working on the manufacturing floor with flight hardware
Strong understanding of AS9100 and aerospace quality systems
Strong communication and documentation skills
Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with ITAR

Nice To Haves

Current or prior major aerospace workmanship certifications (training can be provided if experience aligns)
Experience supporting satellite subsystems, propulsion components, or flight assemblies
Familiarity with risk analysis, root cause analysis, and corrective actions (RCCA, FMEA)
Experience working in high-visibility or recovery/stabilization environments
Familiarity with environmental testing (TVAC, vibration, EMC)

Responsibilities

Provide on-the-floor quality engineering support for major aerospace satellite / space flight hardware production
Review and validate Work Order Authorizations (WOAs), procedures, travelers, and internal documentation
Ensure compliance with major aerospace workmanship standards, AS9100, and program requirements
Review, document, and support disposition of nonconformances (NCRs)
Support in-process, final, and first article inspections
Identify risks, gaps, and potential quality escapes; take proactive corrective action
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve issues
Support quality system adherence, documentation control, and process improvement