Quality Engineer

LMT Defense•Eldridge, IA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The function of the Quality Engineer is to perform a variety of engineering assignments with key stakeholders designed to facilitate the control and improvement of product quality. LMT Defense provides top tier products to the US Military, law enforcement and government agencies, in addition to international customers across the globe. Products include precision engineered modular rifle systems, grenade launchers, suppressors, and components. As it was in the very beginning, LMT’s mission is to exceed customers’ expectations of quality and value, and we have been doing so for over 40 years. LMT Defense needs your help as we continue to grow into the future. If you are looking for a position that is fast paced, with competitive benefits (PTO, flex savings account, 401K match), flexible work schedules, and climate-controlled facility; LMT Defense is the perfect company for you.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required; vocational school equivalent acceptable
Degree from an accredited engineering program or related 4-year degree required
Minimum of 2 years of relevant, practical experience, preferably in a high-precision CNC and/or assembly environment
Experience working in an ISO 9001 certified facility
Experience participating in or leading multidisciplinary teams in problem-solving projects using root cause analysis (RCA) tools and developing effective corrective actions
Strong communication and active listening skills with internal teams, external suppliers, and subcontractors
Ability to write technical reports and business correspondence
Strong analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills
Proficiency in advanced mathematics and statistics
Basic computer literacy and ability to use standard business and quality systems
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles
Knowledge of process capability (Cp/Cpk)
Application of Statistical Process Control (SPC) for both incoming inspection (external suppliers) and internal manufacturing processes
Familiarity with Coordinate Measuring Equipment (CMM) and related technologies, including scanners, vision systems, and other standard metrology equipment
Understanding of precision machine shop production techniques and processes
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred
Knowledge of firearms is a plus

Responsibilities

Apply strong knowledge of quality systems to develop, maintain, and continuously improve processes and products, ensuring compliance with internal, customer, and ISO 9001 requirements while supporting annual business goals
Collaborate with design engineering, process engineering, manufacturing, sales, customer service, and purchasing teams to resolve issues related to customer complaints, product design, specifications, materials, tooling, and production quality
Develop and maintain quality control plans incorporating statistical process control, analysis, and reporting of results and trends
Maintain and improve the quality program to ensure conformity of purchased materials and components
Manage supplier quality assurance qualification, evaluation, and ongoing performance monitoring
Partner with engineering teams to establish quality procedures and guidelines for new products
Review existing products and develop or update quality assurance procedures and related documentation
Establish and maintain inspection criteria, inspection reports, and inspection procedures
Implement quality assurance procedures during pre-production and production startup phases
Work closely with production supervisors to communicate and enforce quality requirements
Prepare reports and maintain accurate quality records and documentation
Conduct internal audits and prepare audit reports
Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by leadership