Quality Engineer 2nd Shift
About The Position
Leidos’ Defense Sector, Colorado Manufacturing Facility, is seeking a Quality Engineer for its 2nd shift team, working 2:30 PM to 12:30 AM. The role ensures machined components and assemblies meet quality standards in accordance with drawings, specifications, procedures, AS9100, customer requirements, and regulatory requirements. The engineer supports aerospace and defense manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing, with a direct impact on the performance and reliability of mission-critical hypersonic defense systems. The position works in a fast-paced manufacturing environment requiring attention to detail, self-direction, and teamwork. The Quality Engineer supports quality planning, inspection and test procedures, process plans, documentation, troubleshooting, nonconformance tracking, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, audits, and process improvement. The role serves as a quality resource on 2nd shift when timely decisions may be needed without waiting for the day shift.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with 2–4 years of experience, or a master’s degree with 2 years of experience; additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Experience working with nonconforming material, performing failure analysis, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
- Experience writing work instructions and procedures and implementing Quality Management System documentation associated with AS9100.
- Ability to review and interpret contract quality clauses and technical data, and develop and document quality verification procedures, plans, and work instructions, including AS9102 First Article Inspection documentation.
- Demonstrated experience communicating effectively within a team environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively in an engineering environment with multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, CAD models, specifications, contract quality requirements, and other documents, including review and approval of AS9102 First Article Inspection.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
- Residency in the Colorado Springs area, or willingness to relocate to the Colorado Springs–Monument–Pueblo, Colorado area.
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
- Ability to work 2nd shift, 2:30 PM to 12:30 AM.
Nice To Haves
- Experience using Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- U.S. citizen with an active DoD Secret clearance or higher.
- Experience reviewing contracts, Statements of Work, Performance Specifications, and related documents.
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer.
- Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
- Experience working in a hardware manufacturing environment.
- Experience with Windchill PLM, Solumina MES, and Costpoint systems.
- Experience inspecting complex aerospace hardware and supporting Material Review Board processes.
- Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection and Acceptance Data Pack review or creation.
- Knowledge of AS5553 counterfeit prevention practices.
Responsibilities
- Support manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing for aerospace and defense manufacturing.
- Perform site quality planning and analyze program Quality Assurance requirements.
- Develop inspection and test procedures, inspection checklists, and process plans.
- Coordinate review of nonconformance documentation and support root-cause analysis and corrective action.
- Participate in process development and proofing to ensure quality attributes are incorporated into process plans and work instructions.
- Review and approve new and revised drawings and process plans.
- Perform quality inspections of components, subassemblies, and completed assemblies.
- Document nonconforming materials and coordinate material reviews and dispositions, including final dispositions with engineering.
- Support the collection of Quality Metrics.
- Work with internal teams and site leadership to address corrective actions and opportunities for improvement and ensure timely completion under Leidos policies.
- Ensure adherence to AS9100, customer, and regulatory requirements.
- Support the conduct and documentation of internal site quality audits, report results, and document findings.
- Provide guidance to programs on establishing root causes and corrective actions for findings and requirement escapes.
- Lead process improvement initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
