Quality Engineer III

Motorola Solutions•Los Angeles, CA

13d•$94,000 - $104,000•Onsite

About The Position

Silvus Technologies, a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, is seeking a Quality Engineer III to join its Quality team and report to the Director of Quality. The role provides high-level quality engineering leadership across product development, production, and supplier networks. The successful candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in quality systems, audits, and compliance, with accountability for calibration oversight, ESD program management, and supplier quality performance. The role also provides technical leadership, mentors junior engineers, and partners with leadership to embed quality throughout the product lifecycle. The position is 100% onsite, Monday through Friday, at Silvus Technologies’ headquarters in West Los Angeles, California. The work is primarily in an office environment, with occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens during field tests or demonstrations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline.
At least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in quality engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Proven leadership in calibration program management, ESD compliance, and internal audit execution.
Experience with supplier quality, SCAR management, and supplier audits.
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without authority.
Strong data-driven decision-making skills, including experience with advanced statistical analysis and risk management tools.
Expert-level knowledge of quality system documentation and regulatory compliance.
Highly effective communication and leadership skills, including the ability to engage with executives, customers, and suppliers.
Ability to balance strategic initiatives with hands-on problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
Active U.S. Government SECRET clearance or ability to obtain one within 15 months of hire.
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
Employment is contingent upon successfully clearing a background check and drug test.
Ability to lift equipment up to 10 lbs. for demonstrations and testing.
Ability to perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.
Ability to walk and move in laboratory areas.

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification.
Experience with defense, aerospace, or high-reliability electronics.
Customer-facing experience in audit or quality review settings.
IPC Certification.

Responsibilities

Lead complex root cause investigations, CAPA activities, and systemic corrective action implementation across departments and suppliers.
Own the calibration and test equipment program, ensuring compliance with ISO/AS9100 requirements and improving equipment utilization efficiency.
Serve as the site ESD Control Program Authority, maintaining standards, conducting training, and leading compliance audits.
Plan, conduct, and lead internal audits and ensure readiness for external ISO 9001/AS9100 and customer audits.
Collaborate with engineering to establish reliability requirements, qualification plans, and accelerated life testing strategies.
Drive supplier quality management, including supplier audits, SCAR issuance and closure, and supplier performance scorecards.
Author, review, and maintain quality management system documentation, including procedures, work instructions, and quality plans.
Develop and report quality metrics for leadership, identifying key risks and opportunities for continuous improvement.
Mentor and coach Quality Engineers I and II and inspection staff, providing technical guidance and supporting career development.
Represent the Quality organization in customer meetings, audits, and technical discussions as a subject matter expert.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives using tools such as Lean, Six Sigma, and FMEA.
Perform other related duties as assigned.