Quality Engineer

Benchmark Space Systems•Burlington, VT

6d•$90,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Benchmark Space Systems is seeking an experienced, hands-on Quality Engineer to maintain and improve its Quality Management System (QMS), partner with engineering and production on product quality, manage supplier quality activities, and support inspection. The role will help the company maintain compliance and reliability standards while developing quality processes that keep pace with rapid product development. This on-site position is based in Burlington, Vermont. The Quality Engineer will contribute in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment and may support tasks across departments as business needs require.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, quality, aerospace, or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in quality engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related technical roles.
Must qualify as a U.S. Person under U.S. export control laws; visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, bills of material, and technical specifications.
Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
Experience with nonconformance management and configuration control.
Knowledge of machining, assembly, testing, and manufacturing processes.
Experience with inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, CMMs, and optical measurement systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in aerospace, defense, aviation, medical, or other highly regulated industries.
Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar quality standards.
ASQ certification, such as CQE, CQA, or related credentials.
Lean or Six Sigma training.
Willingness to work in a hands-on environment and support activities beyond a traditional quality engineering role.
Self-starter able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Comfort balancing strategic quality initiatives with day-to-day operational support.
Detail-oriented while maintaining focus on program objectives and schedule needs.
Ability to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and matrixed cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

Support and maintain the company's Quality Management System (QMS).
Develop, review, and improve quality policies, procedures, plans, and forms.
Help establish practical quality processes that support rapid product development while maintaining compliance and reliability.
Assist with internal and external audits and support corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with applicable customer, regulatory, and industry requirements.
Monitor and analyze quality metrics and recommend improvements to products and processes.
Partner with design and production engineers during product development, prototyping, and production.
Review engineering drawings, specifications, and process documentation for quality requirements.
Lead or support root cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
Review, document, and disposition nonconforming material with engineering and production teams.
Compile End Item Data Packages (EIDPs) for delivered hardware.
Support supplier qualification, monitoring, and issue-resolution activities.
Review supplier quality documentation and inspection records.
Assist with supplier corrective actions and quality improvement efforts.
Work with technicians to resolve discrepancies and clarify requirements.
Assist in developing inspection methods and acceptance criteria.
Identify metrology equipment needed to support inspection activities.
Provide backup support for receiving, in-process, and final inspections as needed.
Work with colleagues across departments and assist with other tasks as assigned based on business needs.