Quality Engineer

MMA Space; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team players.

Creative and resourceful problem sol**

Creative and resourceful problem sol**

Job summary

MMA Space in Broomfield, CO is seeking a Quality Engineer to maintain and improve product quality across manufacturing. This hands-on role interfaces between engineering and production to ensure customer and internal standards are met.

You will perform on-floor inspections, support AS9100 compliance, and drive improvements in processes and documentation. We expect a strong background in aerospace or regulated industries, experience with QMS, root-cause analysis, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of quality engineering experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or other regulated industries.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 quality management requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine quality checks on the manufacturing floor to verify adherence to drawings, specifications, travelers, and work instructions.
• Investigate nonconformances and quality escapes, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, and acceptance criteria.
• Own quality assurance review and closure of build books.
• Collaborate with manufacturing personnel to resolve quality issues in real time.

Skills

AS9100 knowledge

GD&T interpretation

Root cause analysis

Audits

QMS documentation

ERP/MRP systems

Manufacturing aerospace

Problem solving

Communication

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

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Quality Engineer

Manufacturing Full Time Broomfield, CO, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1019

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $125,000.00 Annually

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Job Description:The Quality Engineer is responsible for maintaining and improving product quality, manufacturing processes, and compliance with the company’s quality standards. This hands-on role works serves as the bridge between engineering, andmanufacturing working closely with cross-functional program teams to ensure products meet customer and internal requirements. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable on the manufacturing floor performing inspections and audits as they are managing the Quality Management System (QMS) and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Quality Engineer will wear multiple hats including AS9100 compliance, support manufacturability reviews, and help establish scalable quality processes that enable operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Job Duties:

Quality Assurance + Manufacturing

• Conduct routine quality checks on the manufacturing floor to verify adherence to drawings, specifications, travelers, and work instructions.
• Investigate nonconformances and quality escapes, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, and acceptance criteria.
• Own quality assurance review and closure of build books.
• Collaborate with manufacturing personnel to resolve quality issues in real time.

Quality Management System (QMS)

• Own and maintain the AS9100-compliant Quality Management System.
• Uphold quality procedures, policies, forms, and records.
• Lead internal audits and support external customer, registrar, and regulatory audits.
• Support corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 requirements and support continuous improvement of the QMS.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, product quality, efficiency, and repeatability.
• Lead root cause analysis activities using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Partner with engineering and production teams to implement process improvements and error-proofing solutions.
• Monitor process performance and recommend corrective actions when trends indicate risk.
• Promote a culture of quality throughout the organization.
• Verify that quality requirements are properly flowed down to manufacturing documentation.
• Support review of engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing travelers for completeness, clarity, and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with engineering to resolve drawing discrepancies and improve documentation quality.
• Support Manufacturing Engineering and Program Management with End Item Data Package (EIDP) preparation and Pre-ship Review.
• Assist with supplier qualification, evaluation, and corrective action activities.
• Support receiving inspection activities for purchased materials and components.
• Support customer quality inquiries, audits, and corrective action responses.
• Provide input and ensure customer requirements are met during manufacturing, inspection and testing of hardware.

Qualifications + Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related technical field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of quality engineering experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or other regulated industries.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 quality management requirements.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Experience conducting audits and maintaining quality records.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and quality documentation systems.
• Experience implementing or improving Quality Management Systems.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing documentation workflows.
• Experience working in an assembly or low-volume/high-mix manufacturing environment preferred.
• Technical aptitude
• Process-oriented thinking
• Initiative and accountability
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to balance compliance requirements with practical business needs

MMA also values:

• Collaborative team players.
• Creative and resourceful problem solvers.