Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Ralliant • Solon, OH

17h • Onsite

About The Position

At Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), we are passionate about developing and manufacturing advanced pyrotechnic components and subsystems that keep people safe in critical moments. Our innovations power a wide range of aerospace and defense applications, including emergency egress systems, satellite payload release & sequencing, and flight termination systems. For over 70 years, PacSci EMC has been a trailblazer in safety-critical technologies, supporting missions that matter for customers around the globe.
Join a team where your work directly impacts the safety and success of aerospace and defense operations. We foster a culture of belonging, where every voice is heard, and every team member is empowered to make a difference.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field, with 3-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and statistical software; strong data analysis and reporting skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Auditing experience (internal, customer, or registrar audits).
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically up to 75% during the first 90 days.
• High energy, adaptability, and a passion for hands-on problem solving.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in electronics, ordnance, or energetic materials (powders/propellants) is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated competency with APQP tools (D/PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP).
• Lean manufacturing expertise: Six Sigma or ASQ certification is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous process improvement in the manufacturing of advanced pyrotechnic and energetic materials for aerospace and defense systems.
• Lead all quality activities within assigned work cells, collaborating with design engineering, manufacturing, planning, and cross-functional teams to ensure product excellence.
• Investigate internal and external quality concerns, spearhead root cause analysis, and implement robust corrective actions.
• Review and inspect documentation for completeness and accuracy, supporting compliance with stringent industry and customer standards.
• Partner with Supplier Development Engineering to resolve vendor hardware discrepancies and elevate supplier performance.
• Analyze work instructions and procedures, identifying opportunities for error-proofing and process optimization.
• Innovate new process controls and champion their sustainment post-implementation.
• Represent PacSci EMC in customer interactions, presenting lot data packages and First Article Inspections (FAIs) as needed.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on assembly environment, spending most of your time on the production floor.
• Support internal, customer, and registrar audits, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and compliance.
• Participate in daily management meetings and collaborate with program support teams to drive operational excellence.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PTO
• 401K
• health insurance (medical, dental, optical)
• tuition reimbursement
• parental leave (mothers, fathers, adoptive parents).
• Quarterly bonus payments based on performance and behavior metrics.
• Flexibility, stability, and opportunities for vertical or lateral career growth.
• Promote-from-within culture and a supportive community where you can be yourself and achieve more together.
• Work on cutting-edge products that make a real difference in aerospace and defense safety.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level