Quality Engineer

Overview SQA Services has been a leading provider of managed supplier quality services for nearly 30 years, offering audits, assessments, remote surveillance, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering solutions to manufacturers across all industries. We deploy a network of highly skilled associates based throughout the United States and in over 90 countries worldwide to provide rapid on-site support at supplier locations. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with extensive experience and local expertise, enabling us to represent our clients on demand and with greater speed and efficiency. Base pay range $50.00/hr - $65.00/hr Key Responsibilities Conduct Root Cause Investigations for customer-related non-conformances for machined components Develop and maintain a corrective action follow-up plan, including maintenance and tracking of effectiveness Effectively communicate on customer calls, providing updates on investigations, corrective action plans, and the status of the effectiveness check Monitor and evaluate process indicators such as yield, takt time, and throughput during validation Document findings and provide feedback/recommendations for corrective actions or improvements Collaborate with the on-site team regarding the implementation and monitoring of corrective actions, and review internal processes to determine if other areas of the business would benefit from these corrective actions Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field) or equivalent experience 3–5+ years of Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) or Quality Engineering experience, preferably with exposure to aerospace and automotive industries Hands-on experience with Root Cause Investigation, Corrective Action Implementation, and Effectiveness Checks Familiarity with process performance metrics (yield, takt time, throughput) Ability to interpret and apply manufacturing standards and quality requirements Strong problem-solving, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement skills Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional and supplier engagement Continuous improvement mindset with demonstrated ability to identify risks and implement sustainable controls Note: SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status. This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, and location. Mileage reimbursement at the US government rate ($0.70 per mile driven). Untaxed. #J-18808-Ljbffr