Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Job Description

The Quality Engineer monitors and improves the quality of operational processes and outputs on a daily basis. In this role, you design and maintain quality standards, establish and follow robust processes, develop and implement quality control systems, and determine effective corrective actions. You collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to implement quality measures and apply quality control principles that ensure the reliability, safety, and effectiveness of products and services.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, maintenance, and deployment of quality plans that translate customer requirements into clear, actionable activities.

• Drive process and product improvement initiatives across multiple functional disciplines to enhance quality, efficiency, and consistency.

• Review and approve internal engineering and supplier documentation, providing input to ensure appropriate quality requirements are clearly defined and addressed.

• Provide ongoing quality system support, including performing internal audits and ensuring effective implementation of root cause corrective actions.

• Lead quality improvement teams, Material Review Boards, and Failure Review Boards to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.

• Coordinate with quality and engineering personnel to create First Article Inspection (FAIR) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) packages for customer submission, and manage changes as needed.

• Assist in evaluating and dispositioning non-conforming material in a timely and thorough manner.

• Provide technical support for assembly, test, and inspection personnel, including executing workmanship improvement plans and developing inspection methods and criteria.

• Specify appropriate sampling plans, interpret and revise specifications, and process non-conforming materials in alignment with quality standards.

• Act as a key contributor in resolving customer quality issues, driving root cause analysis and corrective actions for process and product quality concerns.

• Develop and deploy Statistical Process Control (SPC) initiatives internally and at suppliers to monitor and improve process capability.

• Evaluate and make recommendations on critical supplier selections and drive supplier continuous improvement, including leading on-site audits and evaluating prototypes.

• Review and approve supplier corrective actions and new procedures to address all aspects of quality performance.

• Compile and generate statistical reports on inspection activities and results, as well as new product or process testing outcomes, and recommend actions based on findings.

• Coordinate scheduling and ensure compliance for calibration and verification of inspection and test equipment.

• Ensure all customer shipments include proper and complete quality documentation.

• Support, communicate, reinforce, and uphold the mission, values, and culture of the organization in all quality-related activities.

• Perform all tasks safely while maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.

• Maintain cooperative, professional, and constructive interactions with colleagues, suppliers, and customers.

• Perform other related duties as required to support the quality function and business objectives.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in quality engineering, quality assurance, or a closely related role.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience.

• Hands-on experience coding and using quality assurance (QA) software tools and processes.

• Proficiency with ISO standards, including ISO 9001, and experience with AS9100 requirements.

• Practical experience with Six Sigma tools and statistical analysis tools.

• Strong expereicne in quality control, quality assurance, and quality management systems.

• Experience in supplier quality engineering, including supplier auditing, supplier qualification, and supplier monitoring using supplier scorecards.

• Experience with AS9100 and ISO 9001 procedure writing and auditing.

• Competence in problem-solving methodologies such as Root Cause Analysis, 8D, 5 Whys, and DMAIC.

• Ability to understand and interpret military and customer specifications and to read and analyze engineering drawings.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

• Comprehensive computer skills and the ability to work effectively with digital documentation and quality systems.

• Excellent math skills to support data analysis, statistical evaluation, and measurement activities.

• Superior documentation and reporting skills, with the ability to produce clear, accurate, and thorough quality records and reports.

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, communication, and writing skills.

• Demonstrated ability to define problems, analyze data, identify root causes, and drive effective corrective and preventive actions.

• Superior hand-eye coordination and the ability to perform detailed inspection tasks as required.

• Ability to pass an annual eye exam to maintain necessary inspection or quality certification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.

• ASQ (American Society for Quality) certification preferred.

• Experience with AS9100 auditing preferred.

• Experience with root cause analysis tools and methodologies beyond the essentials is preferred.

• experience in quality management, supplier quality, and audit practices is highly valued.

• Familiarity with quality management systems and continuous improvement frameworks.

• Strong commitment to continuous improvement and a proactive approach to quality challenges.

Work Environment

The Quality Engineer works in a professional, manufacturing and engineering-oriented environment that emphasizes safety, organization, and collaboration. You interact regularly with assembly, test, inspection, engineering, and supplier personnel, using computers, QA software tools, Microsoft Office applications, and various inspection and test equipment. The role involves coordinating calibration and verification activities for measurement equipment and may require occasional on-site visits to supplier facilities for audits and evaluations. You maintain a clean and orderly workspace and follow all safety protocols while handling materials and equipment. The culture values clear communication, teamwork, continuous improvement, and adherence to documented processes and quality standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Palm Bay, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $43.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Palm Bay,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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