Quality Specialist II

York Space Systems • Greenwood Village, CO

1d • $80,000 - $110,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Specialist II is an entry-level engineering role responsible for managing quality processes in a manufacturing environment. The role manages non-conforming materials and processes on the production floor and from vendors, with particular emphasis on investigating, troubleshooting, and recommending dispositions for printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs). It ensures compliance with industry best practices, quality standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines. The specialist analyzes non-conformances, leads or supports root-cause and corrective-action investigations, and works cross-functionally to improve product quality and process efficiency.

This position is fully on-site at York Space Systems’ Greenwood Village, Colorado office. It does not support remote or hybrid work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field, or detailed work experience in a manufacturing quality role.
• Experience with or certifications in IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and J-STD-001.
• At least 2 years of experience in engineering roles within aerospace, defense, or a related high-reliability industry.
• Working knowledge of quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of MRB processes, non-conformance management, and root-cause corrective-action methodologies.
• Experience with quality tools such as 8D, FMEA, SPC, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Experience with quality management systems (QMS), ERP systems, and data-analysis tools.
• Willingness to work full-time in the Greenwood Village, Colorado office; the role does not support remote or hybrid work.
• Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Experience with advanced quality-planning tools (APQP, PPAP) and aerospace supplier requirements.
• Hands-on experience with quality inspection and testing methods, such as CMM, non-destructive testing, or other inspection techniques.

Responsibilities

• Identify, document, and manage non-conforming material through quality processes.
• Investigate and troubleshoot PCBA and other electronic-subassembly non-conformances and failures, and identify root causes.
• Coordinate timely dispositions for non-conforming material with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers, including appropriate corrective actions.
• Lead or support investigations into non-conforming products and processes using methodologies such as 8D, 5-Whys, and Fishbone Diagrams.
• Coordinate containment activities to limit production disruptions and customer impact.
• Maintain and improve the non-conformance management system to ensure traceability, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate and drive corrective and preventive action processes addressing systemic quality issues.
• Support implementation of corrective actions and verify their effectiveness to prevent recurrence.
• Use statistical analysis and quality tools, including FMEA, SPC, and DOE, to support continuous improvement and defect reduction.
• Support compliance with quality standards, customer-specific requirements, and applicable industry regulations.
• Participate in internal and external audits, including customer, regulatory, and third-party audits.
• Ensure proper documentation and records management for non-conforming material and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve non-conformances and improve supplier quality.
• Participate in supplier corrective-action processes, including root-cause analysis and performance monitoring.
• Support customer concerns and investigations involving non-conforming products through timely communication and resolution.
• Work with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements that reduce defects and improve product quality.
• Participate in risk assessments concerning non-conforming material and critical process deviations.
• Contribute to continuous-improvement initiatives, including Lean and Six Sigma projects, to improve manufacturing efficiency and product reliability.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, subject to spousal surcharge.
• Company holidays, floating holidays, and sick time.
• Unlimited PTO.
• Generous 401(k) match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level