Senior Quality Engineer

Overview

 

Position Title: Senior Quality Engineer 

Industry: Defense

Location: Dedicated onsite support (Warrington, PA)

Frequency: Monday-Friday (standard shift) 

Employment Type: VTR W2 Field Employee 

 

 

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly qualified and self-motivated Senior Quality Engineer to support quality assurance activities for defense industry programs. This role requires a seasoned professional with demonstrated experience in source inspection, First Article Inspection (AS9102), process and Quality Management System (QMS) audits, as well as expediting and shipping/receiving operations. The ideal candidate will serve as a key technical resource, ensuring compliance, driving quality improvements, and supporting supplier and internal operations and requires strong expertise in electronics manufacturing processes. 

 

The primary focus will be supporting a key supplier specializing in design, development, testing, and manufacturing of Flexible/Righ-Flex Cable Assemblies (PCA), Harness Assemblies, Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA) as well as flex circuit subassemblies/moduls.

As such, the ideal candidate will bring a broad, adaptable quality background with experience supporting high reliability electronics.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Perform source inspections at supplier facilities to verify product conformity to engineering, contractual, and regulatory requirements
• Review and validate First Article Inspection (FAI) packages in accordance with AS9102 Rev C requirements using NetInspect online platform
• Collaborate in real time with supplier staff to resolve defects in documentation or physical product to ensure timely delivery of product
• Conduct process audits to ensure compliance with internal procedures and industry standards (e.g., AS9100, special process)
• Support expediting activities, including tracking and reporting supplier performance, delivery status, and risk mitigation
• Oversee and support shipping and receiving inspections, ensuring proper documentation, traceability, and product integrity
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and purchase order requirements to ensure accurate inspection and compliance
• Identify nonconformances, document findings, and support corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes
• Collaborate with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement
• Maintain accurate records in web-based databases and ERP systems

Experience must include; but not limited to: 

 

• Electromechanical assemblies and subassemblies
• Defense electronics, sensors, or control systems
• Cable assemblies, harnessing, connectors, and soldering processes
• Welding, assembly, and special processes
• IPC/JSTD working knowledge or previous certification
• Candidate should demonstrate adaptability and the ability to support complex, multi-disciplinary products.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of experience in quality engineering within aerospace, defense, or a highly regulated manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • Source inspection(s) for various commodites 
  • AS9102 First Article Inspection
  • Process audits and QMS audits
  • Expediting and supplier performance management
  • Shipping and receiving inspection processes
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 or equivalent QMS standards
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications
• Proficiency with ERP systems and web-based quality/data management tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently

IPC Certification / Electronics Requirements

• Working knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, etc.) is required
• Current IPC certification is preferred; however, candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain active IPC certifications as required

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Self-starter with a high level of initiative and accountability
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with distributed teams and supplier networks
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and compliance
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-visibility customer environments
• Certifications such as ASQ Cer