Part Time Quality Engineer

Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc.•Boston, MA

2d•$40 - $60•Hybrid

About The Position

Quest Defense is seeking an experienced part-time Lead Quality Engineer to provide daily shop quality support in Lynn, Massachusetts. Assignments include reviewing first article inspections and implementing and validating corrective actions. The position is described as remote-hybrid with travel to Lynn; candidates may travel onsite rather than relocate, depending on experience. U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work. The role is 20–30 hours per week. The Quality Engineer develops inspection plans, selects inspection methods and measurement equipment, interprets engineering drawings and requirements, and prepares and reviews inspection records while maintaining traceability. The role also investigates quality issues, tracks and validates corrective actions, supports audits and customer quality requirements, and escalates unresolved issues. The company describes its work as supporting mission-critical aerospace and defense programs. It offers competitive compensation based on experience and certifications, medical, dental, life and disability coverage, an employer-matched 401(k), certification assistance, professional development support, and a flexible, collaborative workplace.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering.
10+ years of aerospace and defense quality experience.
Experience developing inspection plans, interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T, and preparing First Article Inspection (FAI) documentation.
Experience with corrective actions, root-cause analysis, and quality issue tracking.
Familiarity with eCAV, Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), CNC machining, and shop-floor inspection processes.
Strong communication and documentation skills, with the ability to work independently onsite.
U.S. citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with union shop-floor environments and union engagement.
Experience supporting customer audits, aerospace quality standards, and inspection traceability.

Responsibilities

Develop inspection plans and select appropriate inspection methods and measurement equipment.
Interpret drawings, specifications, tolerances, and customer inspection requirements.
Prepare and review FAI, in-process, and final inspection records, maintaining traceability.
Investigate quality issues using structured root-cause analysis.
Track overdue FAI and QEM actions; verify implementation and effectiveness using objective evidence; and coordinate read-across across applicable parts, processes, and programs.
Support audits, customer quality requirements, and applicable aerospace standards.
Maintain action status and escalate unresolved issues.