Associate Quality Engineer

voyagertechnologiesinc; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Voyager Technologies is seeking an Associate Quality Engineer to support product and process quality in an energetic manufacturing environment, including explosives and energetic materials. This entry-level role provides foundational quality experience under close supervision and exposure to ISO 9001/AS9100, regulatory requirements, and customer quality clauses.

You will work with Engineering, Manufacturing, EHS, and Supply Chain to learn how quality requirements are integrated throughout the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; 0–2 years in quality engineering preferred.
• Foundational knowledge of quality management systems and inspection methods.
• Exposure to root cause analysis tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, SPC).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support ISO 9001/AS9100 quality systems and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with process controls, inspection plans, and acceptance criteria.
• Participate in root cause analysis and CAPA for nonconformances.
• Review procedures, inspection instructions, and quality records.
• Support internal and external audits and supplier quality activities.
• Collect and analyze quality data to identify trends and improvements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, EHS, and Supply Chain.
• Assist with MRB meetings and risk assessments as needed.
• Ensure safety and handling requirements for energetic materials.

Skills

Quality systems

Statistical methods

Root cause analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related)

Tools

AS9100 awareness

ISO 9001 knowledge

DoD quality requirements

Job description

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we're building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what's next. And we're doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You'll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We're a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

Voyager Technologies is seeking an Associate Quality Engineer to support product and process quality within an energetics manufacturing environment, including explosives, propellants, pyrotechnics, or related energetic materials. This entry-level role works under close supervision, applying foundational engineering knowledge to practical quality tasks while building an understanding of the regulatory, customer, and internal quality requirements that govern an energetics manufacturing environment. This position offers the opportunity to develop core technical and quality skills while contributing to mission-critical programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of quality systems in compliance with ISO 9001/AS9100, customer specifications, and applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., ATF, DoD, OSHA), under the guidance of senior team members.
• Assist manufacturing operations by helping ensure process controls, inspection plans, and acceptance criteria are defined and followed.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for nonconformances, defects, and customer complaints under supervision.
• Assist in reviewing manufacturing procedures, inspection instructions, and quality records related to energetics production.
• Support internal audits and assist with external audits (customer, regulatory, and certification).
• Help collect, organize, and analyze quality data and metrics to support trend identification and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, EHS, and Supply Chain to learn how quality requirements are integrated throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support supplier quality activities, including supplier qualification, audits, and corrective actions, as directed.
• Participate in failure investigations, material review boards (MRB), and risk assessments (e.g., FMEA) as a contributing team member.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety, security, and handling requirements for energetic materials.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related discipline).
• 0-2 years of quality engineering experience; relevant internships, co-ops, or academic projects in a regulated manufacturing environment are a plus.
• Foundational knowledge of quality management systems, inspection methods, and statistical techniques.
• Exposure to root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, SPC) through coursework or prior experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to work effectively in high-hazard, safety-critical manufacturing environments under close supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework, internship, or project experience in energetics, explosives, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing industries.
• Interest in pursuing ASQ certifications such as Certified Quality Technician (CQT) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
• Basic familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or DoD quality requirements.
• Exposure to configuration management and controlled documentation systems.
• General understanding of government contract requirements and customer quality clauses.

Eligibility Requirements

• Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses:
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to pass State and Federal background checks.
• Ability to obtain and maintain applicable State and Federal explosives licenses.

Export Control

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the I