Quality Engineer

LMT Defense provides top tier products to the US Military, law enforcement and government agencies, in addition to international customers across the globe. Products include precision engineered modular rifle systems, grenade launchers, suppressors, and components. As it was in the very beginning, LMT's mission is to exceed customers' expectations of quality and value, and we have been doing so for over 40 years. LMT Defense needs your help as we continue to grow into the future. If you are looking for a position that is fast paced, with competitive benefits (PTO after 90 days of employment, health savings account, employer 401(k) match), flexible work schedules, and climate-controlled facility; LMT Defense is the perfect company for you. We are excited to announce that all 2nd and 3rd shift employees will receive either $1.50/hr. or $3.00/hr. shift differential! Below are the preferred skills, duties, and responsibilities you will have performing as our Quality Engineer.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The function of the Quality Engineer is to perform a variety of engineering assignments with key stakeholders designed to facilitate the control and improvement of product quality.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Availability to work (7am-3:15pm) 1st shift, (3pm-11:15pm) 2nd shift, and (11pm-7:15am) 3rd shift.
• Training occurs on 1st shift for up to 90 days if you are on an off shift.
• High school diploma or GED required; vocational school equivalent acceptable.
• Four-year degree from an accredited engineering program or related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, preferably in a high-precision CNC machining and/or assembly environment.
• Experience working in an ISO 9001-certified facility.
• Experience with root cause analysis (RCA), corrective actions, and multidisciplinary problem-solving.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, communication, and technical writing skills.
• Knowledge of blueprints, schematics, GD&T, process capability (Cp/Cpk), and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Familiarity with CMMs, scanners, vision systems, and other standard metrology equipment.
• Understanding of precision machine shop production techniques and processes.
• Proficiency in mathematics and statistics.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively communicate with internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
• Knowledge of firearms and firearm manufacturing processes preferred.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Apply strong knowledge of quality systems to develop, maintain, and continuously improve processes and products, ensuring compliance with internal, customer, and ISO 9001 requirements while supporting annual business goals
• Collaborate with design engineering, process engineering, manufacturing, sales, customer service, and purchasing teams to resolve issues related to customer complaints, product design, specifications, materials, tooling, and production quality
• Develop and maintain quality control plans incorporating statistical process control, analysis, and reporting of results and trends
• Maintain and improve the quality program to ensure conformity of purchased materials and components
• Manage supplier quality assurance qualification, evaluation, and ongoing performance monitoring
• Partner with engineering teams to establish quality procedures and guidelines for new products
• Review existing products and develop or update quality assurance procedures and related documentation
• Establish and maintain inspection criteria, inspection reports, and inspection procedures
• Implement quality assurance procedures during pre-production and production startup phases
• Work closely with production supervisors to communicate and enforce quality requirements
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate quality records and documentation
• Conduct internal audits and prepare audit reports
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by leadership

BENEFITS:

• PTO after 90 days of employment
• Bonus Time Off for good attendance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Savings Account (HRA)
• Flex Savings Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Account + employer matching
• And so much more!

*LMT Defense is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

LMT Defense is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.


*Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with policies and applicable state laws, LMT Defense provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with LMT will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.


Salary Description


Starting at $80k/annually depending on experience