Program Quality Engineer I

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Englewood, CO

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

This entry-level position is for individuals known for their attention to detail and ability to solve complex quality problems. As a Quality Engineer I, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that products and production equipment meet the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for designing, testing, and implementing processes, mechanisms, and equipment that uphold these standards. Your work will involve statistical analysis, control/risk mitigation techniques, and active participation in audits and corrective actions. The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
0-2 Years experience as a Quality Engineer or in a related field.
Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 4 years of related experience is required.
Familiarity with Quality System requirements and contract quality requirements.
Basic understanding of manufacturing and inspection.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics, parts lists, specifications, instructions, and test procedures.
The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green Belt.
Experience in manufacturing and inspection.
General knowledge of ISO9001, AS9100 standards.

Responsibilities

Participate in the design and testing of processes, mechanisms, and equipment to meet quality standards.
Develop standardized quality acceptance criteria and write detailed inspection procedures.
Review and evaluate in-process rejections, obtain dispositions, and implement corrective actions as required.
Conduct and participate in internal and external quality audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Utilize statistical analysis and other control/risk mitigation techniques to improve quality processes.
Maintain accurate records and documentation of quality control procedures and findings.
Work closely with production, engineering, and other teams to ensure quality standards are integrated into the product lifecycle.