Quality Assurance Engineer

The Panther Group; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Panther Group is seeking a Quality Assurance & Quality Control Engineer to lead quality across advanced hardware systems in a fast-paced engineering environment.

You will drive Verification, Validation, and Qualification testing, perform root cause analyses, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across departments to achieve zero defects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on QA/QC experience in medical/13485 environments.
• Lean / 5S training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own all aspects of Quality Assurance and Quality Control across products and processes.
• Measure, test, evaluate, and document product performance to ensure compliance with customer and company specifications, including Verification, Validation, and Qualification testing.
• Perform inspections, failure analysis, and quality investigations using process management, statistical analysis, and manufacturing quality principles.
• Utilize lab and test equipment including oscilloscopes, signal analyzers, and signal generators.
• Plan and manage quality workloads, schedules, resources, and risk using tools such as Gantt charts, Pareto analysis, and PERT/CPM methodologies.
• Lead resolution efforts for customer and internal product quality issues with a focus on achieving zero defects.
• Conduct internal, supplier, and ISO 13485 / ISO 9001:2016 audits as required.
• Support certification efforts and customer audit activities.
• Troubleshoot complex product issues, perform root cause analysis, and generate corrective actions and formal reports.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lead cross-functional quality projects.
• Develop and maintain company policies, procedures, specifications, and end-user documentation.
• Partner with engineering teams to address hardware/software upgrades and technical concerns.
• Support and improve product development and production workflows.

Skills

Quality engineering

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Independent worker

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering

Tools

Video test equipment

High-speed video/audio/data testing

Reading hardware schematics

Job description

The Panther Group is seeking a Quality Assurance & Quality Control Engineer to lead and elevate product quality across advanced hardware systems. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on engineering environment and is passionate about driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Own all aspects of Quality Assurance and Quality Control across products and processes.
• Measure, test, evaluate, and document product performance to ensure compliance with customer and company specifications, including Verification, Validation, and Qualification testing.
• Perform inspections, failure analysis, and quality investigations using process management, statistical analysis, and manufacturing quality principles.
• Utilize lab and test equipment including oscilloscopes, signal analyzers, and signal generators.
• Plan and manage quality workloads, schedules, resources, and risk using tools such as Gantt charts, Pareto analysis, and PERT/CPM methodologies.
• Lead resolution efforts for customer and internal product quality issues with a focus on achieving zero defects.
• Conduct internal, supplier, and ISO 13485 / ISO 9001:2016 audits as required.
• Support certification efforts and customer audit activities.
• Troubleshoot complex product issues, perform root cause analysis, and generate corrective actions and formal reports.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lead cross-functional quality projects.
• Develop and maintain company policies, procedures, specifications, and end-user documentation.
• Partner with engineering teams to address hardware/software upgrades and technical concerns.
• Support and improve product development and production workflows.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control within medical/13485 systems environments.
• Strong expertise in Concurrent Engineering and Process Management methodologies.
• Experience working with video-specific test equipment and high-speed video/audio/data transmission technologies.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and environmental product testing methods and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret hardware schematics.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience communicating policy and procedural changes clearly across departments.
• Lean / 5S training preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet aggressive deadlines.
• Self-motivated, highly accountable, and comfortable working independently.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills across all organizational levels.
• Ability to quickly assess technical challenges and implement practical solutions.
• Driven by continuous learning and professional growth.

If you’re passionate about quality, innovation, and solving complex technical challenges, we’d love to hear from you.