Quality Engineer Weekend Shift

Leidos•Colorado Springs, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos’ Defense Sector, Colorado Manufacturing Facility, is seeking a Quality Engineer for its weekend shift. 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 manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing for aerospace and defense products, including mission-critical hypersonic defense systems. The position supports site quality planning, inspection and test procedures, process plans, nonconformance documentation, root-cause analysis, corrective action, quality metrics, audits, and continuous improvement. It involves inspecting components, subassemblies, and completed assemblies; reviewing drawings and process plans; coordinating material reviews and dispositions; and working with engineering, manufacturing, programs, and site leadership. The work takes place in a fast-paced manufacturing environment requiring attention to detail, self-direction, teamwork, and sound decision-making. The schedule is Friday through Sunday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The role is based at the Colorado Manufacturing Facility, with residency in or relocation to the Colorado Springs–Monument–Pueblo, Colorado area required. Relocation assistance may be offered. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance are required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 4 or more years of experience, or a master’s degree with 2 or more years of experience; additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience working with non-conforming 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 ability to communicate 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, CO area.
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
Ability to work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Nice To Haves

Active DoD Secret clearance or higher.
Experience reviewing contracts, Statements of Work, Performance Specifications, and related documents.
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer.
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
Experience with Zeiss GOM Inspect software and ATOS 5 3D scanning inspection.
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.
Support site quality planning and analyze program Quality Assurance requirements.
Develop or support the development of inspection and test procedures, inspection checklists, and process plans.
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.
Support collection of Quality Metrics.
Work with internal teams and site leadership to address corrective actions and improvement opportunities and ensure timely completion.
Ensure adherence to AS9100, customer, and regulatory requirements.
Ensure nonconformances are properly documented and coordinate final dispositions with engineering.
Support and document internal site quality audits, report results, and document findings.
Provide guidance to programs in establishing root causes and corrective actions for findings and requirement escapes.
Lead process improvement initiatives.