Quality Assurance Engineer

Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer

Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Continental US

Anticipated Posting End: 7/31/2026

Opportunity:

Join CACI as a Quality Assurance Engineer where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and mission assurance of cutting-edge systems. This position offers the chance to work with complex electronic and mechanical systems in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the inspection process, review and approve inspection reports, assuring products are in compliance with engineering and customer requirements.

• Work with manufacturing, engineering, and program quality leads to define appliable inspection criteria for the various product lines assemblies, establishing a robust in-process inspection program.

• Align and optimize processes across multiple sites to drive efficiency and improve fidelity of QA operations.

• Develop strategy for the future quality needs to transition from engineering prototype to rate production.

• Responsible for continuous improvement of the QMS processes.

• Drive and collaborate with Operations on defect/scrap/rework reduction initiatives.

• Support the Chief Engineer to develop, manage, and evolve Quality KPIs/metrics for each site.

• Implement, manage, and maintain the quality management system of ISO9001 and transition to AS9100 certification.

• Coordinate internal and external audits, implement corrective actions as necessary.

• Report on the performance of the quality system for management review.

• Act as liaison with internal and external parties on matters relating to the quality system and product quality.

• Manage the non-conforming material report, corrective action, and supplier corrective action process, ensuring the timely resolution of issues.

• Lead the development and maintenance of a quality system training program.

• Oversee and manage metrology technical issues including calibration, gauge R&R, and production capability studies, etc.

• Create and update work instruction & procedures as needed.

• Evaluate and implement new inspection technology/ equipment as appropriate.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 7 years of Quality Engineering experience or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.

• Knowledge of and experience with ISO9001/AS9100 quality systems.

• Knowledge in the areas of design, production, product evaluation and reliability, inspection/test, and/or contract review as they apply to product or process quality.

• Knowledge of Root Cause and Corrective Action tools, such as Ishikawa, FMEA, FMECA, 5Why, etc.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as strong interpersonal, problem solving and time management skills.

• Proficient in MS Word, Project, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to travel to customers or other CACI sites.

• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines with a demonstrated commitment to customer mission and program success.

Desired :

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Six Sigma Blackbelt, or similar certification

• Prior experience as a quality engineer supporting product design and production.

• Demonstrated ability to work successfully leading teams and successfully collaborating across organizational boundaries

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range :

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$82,100-$172,400

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.