Quality Engineer

Leidos•Colorado Springs, CO

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos’ Defense Systems Colorado Manufacturing Facility is seeking a Quality Engineer to help ensure machined components and assemblies meet quality standards, drawings, specifications, and procedures. The role supports manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing for aerospace and defense programs, with a direct impact on the performance and reliability of mission-critical hypersonic defense systems. The work involves quality planning, inspection and test procedures, process documentation, troubleshooting, non-conformance tracking, and corrective action. It is a fast-paced, collaborative environment requiring attention to detail, self-direction, and teamwork with engineers, inspectors, and program leaders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 4 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.
Experience using Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) is preferred.
Demonstrated effective communication 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, Colorado area.
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Active DoD Secret clearance or higher.
Experience with Zeiss GOM template creation and GOM Inspect software.
Experience with Zeiss GOM blue light scanning and evaluating results with GOM Inspect software.
Experience reviewing contracts, Statements of Work, Performance Specifications, and similar documents.
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer.
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
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.
Participate in site quality planning and analyze program Quality Assurance requirements.
Develop or support inspection and test procedures, inspection checklists, process plans, and work instructions.
Participate in process development and proofing to incorporate quality attributes 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, dispositions, and final dispositions with engineering.
Support the collection of Quality Metrics.
Work with internal teams and site leadership on corrective actions and opportunities for improvement, ensuring timely completion under Leidos policies.
Ensure adherence to AS9100, customer, and regulatory requirements.
Support internal site quality audits, document findings, and report results.
Guide programs in establishing root causes and corrective actions for audit findings and requirement escapes.
Lead process improvement initiatives.
Support root-cause analysis and corrective action for nonconformances.