Quality Engineer

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

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Quest Defense seeks experienced Quality Engineers for onsite work in Lynn, Massachusetts. The role provides daily shop quality support and includes first article inspection review and corrective-action implementation and validation. The position supports aerospace and defense programs and requires U.S. citizenship due to the nature of the work. Quest Defense describes its work as supporting mission-critical aerospace and defense systems. The company highlights purpose-driven work, collaborative teams, professional growth, competitive compensation, and a flexible, people-first workplace.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering.
At least 3 years of aerospace and defense quality experience.
Experience with inspection planning, FAI documentation, drawing interpretation, and corrective actions.
Clear communication and accurate documentation.
Ability to work independently onsite.
U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer.
GE Aerospace quality experience, including SPS and the applicable corrective-action system.
Experience reducing FAI backlogs and recurring quality escapes.

Responsibilities

Develop inspection plans and select appropriate inspection methods and measurement equipment.
Interpret drawings, specifications, tolerances, and customer inspection requirements.
Prepare and review first article inspection (FAI), in-process, and final inspection records while 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.