Quality Auditor

Draper Labs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs

Health and finance workshops

Discounts to local museums and cultural activities

Job summary

Draper Labs in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Quality Engineer 2 who will ensure that products meet the highest quality standards and investigate issues. The role involves supporting product development teams and developing quality processes to comply with regulatory requirements. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s in Engineering along with 3-5 years of relevant experience and knowledge of ISO standards.

The position calls for strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in quality engineering or related engineering role.
• Certified trained auditor in ISO 9001:2015 or AS9100D preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and support to resolve issues.
• Ensure products meet quality and integrity requirements.
• Analyze data to identify trends in product quality.

Skills

Ability to work on cross functional teams

Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles

Familiarity with Quality Standards ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering discipline

Tools

Audit reporting tools

Job description

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross‑fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary

A Quality Engineer 2 ensures that products meet the highest quality standards. Responsible for investigating and resolving issues. Reviews SOW (Statements of Work), RFP (Request for Proposals), design plans, process procedures, test procedures, and manuals, to understand the scope, requirements, and function of products.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and support to customers, suppliers, and employees in resolving issues.
• Assist in the improvement of manufacturing, process, and product efficiency to reduce nonconforming products.
• Ensures products meet the organizations and customers quality and product integrity requirements.
• Supports product development or operations team by providing analysis and expertise throughout the inspection process.
• Participates in a cross‑function team in the determination of root cause of failures. Identifies when failure analysis is necessary, along with providing recommendations of the corrective measures.
• Analyzes data to identify trends in product quality or defects with the goal of mitigating and preventing recurrence and future defects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work on cross functional teams
• Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles
• Familiarity with Quality Standards ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100
• Expert knowledge and skills in process integration
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Good interpersonal skills to communicate clearly
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Education

Requires a bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline.

Experience

Requires 3‑5 years experience in quality engineering or other engineering role.

Additional Job Description

• Develops and evaluates quality processes and system standards to ensure compliance with company standards and government regulatory requirements
• This position will support audit activities across Draper’s facilities. The position will require up to 20% travel within the United States
• Evaluates quality process and system standards to ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory, and industry requirements
• Generate audit reports on internal and external audits, system, product and process conformity, pre‑audits, and special audits
• Investigates problems and develops disposition and corrective actions for recurring quality system process discrepancies
• Interface as needed with programs, engineering, customer, and supply chain representatives to ensure quality system process requirements are met
• Recommends corrective actions, dispositions, and modifications
• Analyzing audit data and generating corporate metrics, identifies areas of risk and mitigating solutions, develops and delivers audit planning and results consistently and accurately to all levels of the organization
• Facilitates DCMA and 3rd Party Registrar audits, develops, distributes, monitors, and validates internal and external issued corrective action requests (CARs)
• Prefer experience working in the microelectronics or defense industry.
• Certified trained auditor in ISO 9001:2015 or AS9100D, preferably AS9100D.
• Minimum 3 years' experience auditing at the ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 level, preferably AS9100.

Security Requirement

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Job Location

City: Cambridge

State: Massachusetts

Postal Code: 02139-3563

Salary

The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $75,000.00 – $156,000.00.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement’s approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Benefits

Draper supports many programs to improve work‑life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

EEO Statement

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high‑performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].