Quality Engineer

TAD PGS, Inc.; Anniston (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TAD PGS, Inc. is seeking a Quality Engineer to support the Combat Mission Systems Paladin vehicle program in the Anniston, AL area.

The QE will develop, implement, and maintain quality systems across multiple assembly stages, collaborating with shop-floor and leadership to ensure 100% conformance to engineering specs and customer requirements. The role emphasizes data-driven improvement, CAPA, and ISO 9001 compliance, with strong emphasis on problem solving in a low-rate, automotive-style

Qualifications

• Must have strong knowledge of Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
• Experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Proven ability to perform root cause analysis and CAPA.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify quality control protocols for all vehicle stages.
• Validate processes and parts to ensure conformance to specs.
• Analyze quality data to identify defect trends and drive corrective actions.
• Lead cross-functional teams to resolve production bottlenecks and escapes.
• Ensure manufacturing complies with ISO 9001 and internal governance.

Skills

Quality assurance

ISO 9001 knowledge

Root cause analysis

Data analytics

Technical drawings

MS Office

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's in engineering or related

Associate's in quality or related

RCA / 8D training

Tools

ORACLE MRP

TIPQA

GD&T

Faro arms / laser trackers

Job description

We have an outstanding Contract position for aQuality Engineerto join a leading Company located in theAnniston, ALsurrounding area.

US Citizenship is required.

Seeking a Quality Engineer to support the Combat Mission Systems' Paladin vehicle manufacturing program. In this role, the Quality Engineer is responsible for developing , implementing , and maintaining quality evaluation and control systems within a low-rate, automotive-style manufacturing environment. The QE ensures that all requirements are met across multiple assembly stages, including Engine Testing, Sub-assemblies, Main Line, Garage, Testing, and Paint & Processing. The successful candidate will act as a critical link between production and quality, collaborating with cross-functional support organizations to investigate, document, and resolve complex issues inherent in military vehicle build processes. This role requires a proactive approach to continuous improvement, utilizing quality tools and data analytics to drive corrective actions and ensure total conformance to technical specifications and customer requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• System Ownership: Develop and modify quality control protocols for in-process, partially finished, and finished tracked vehicle products.
• Process Validation: Validate processes, procedures, parts, and final vehicles to ensure 100% conformance to engineering specs and customer requirements.
• Data-Driven Improvement: Monitor input and Pareto quality data to identify defect trends and nonconformities; present findings to leadership to drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Coordinate and lead project efforts with cross-functional teams (CFT) to resolve production bottlenecks and quality escapes.
• Compliance: Ensure all manufacturing activities align with ISO 9001 standards and internal quality governance.

Basic Hiring Criteria

• High School Diploma or equivalent, and 8+ years of relevant experience, including a proven track record in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Deep understanding of Quality Assurance and Quality Control principles.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Practical experience operating within ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Problem Solving: Proven background in root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques specific to low-rate production environments.
• Technical Literacy: Ability to interpret complex technical drawings and engineering specifications. o Software Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Communication: Highly organized with the ability to communicate technical issues effectively to both shop-floor personnel and executive leadership.
• Proven experience in a manufacturing, production, assembly or automotive environment, specifically with low-rate, high-complexity assemblies.
• Quality Systems: Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining quality control protocols within an ISO 9001 certified environment.
• Technical Analysis: Experience using Pareto charts and other data analysis tools to identify defect trends and implement corrective actions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: A track record of leading cross-functional teams (CFT) to resolve production issues and quality escapes.
• Technical Documentation: Experience interpreting engineering blueprints and technical drawings to validate part conformance.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree: 2+ years of relevant quality engineering experience.
• Associate's Degree: 4+ years of relevant quality engineering experience.
• Formal training and certification in Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5-Why, Fishbone (Ishikawa), and 8D methodology.
• Risk Management: Proficiency in developing and maintaining PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and PQCT (Process Quality Control Tables).
• Metrology & Inspection: Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and the development of inspection programs using portable metrology technology (e.g., Faro arms, laser trackers).
• Systems Expertise: Hands-on experience with ORACLE MRP systems and TIPQA for quality tracking and documentation.
• Audit Leadership: Experience performing ISO internal audits and Layered Process Audits (LPA), including the ability to lead Cross-Functional Team (CFT) meetings to close audit findings.
• Production Support: Experience drafting and refining detailed work instructions for complex assembly processes to reduce human-factor errors.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance