Quality Engineer

PTS Advance; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

PTS Advance is seeking a Quality Engineer II to support program quality across cross-functional teams. You will review drawings, develop quality plans, and ensure OQE packages meet contractual requirements on several small-to-medium programs.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in engineering, GD&T proficiency, MS Office, and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance. SolidWorks experience is a plus, with readiness to interface with customers and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 3–6 years' experience.
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Own program quality responsibilities across multiple projects.
• Develop Traceability Matrices, Program Quality Plans, Inspection Plans, and OQE packages.
• Interface with engineering on Manufacturing Work Instructions (MIPs) and reviews.
• Provide quality input on proposals, schedules and budgets.
• Lead internal audits and support third-party QMS audits and source inspections.
• Lead RCCA investigations and recommend process improvements.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

MS Office

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Our client is a world-leading composites manufacturer and a Critical Supplier to the U.S. Navy's Industrial Base, designing and manufacturing specialized composite products that support the submarine fleet and amphibious programs - from new construction through fleet maintenance. It's an agile, AS9100-certified company with a strong backlog of work across multiple platforms, where engineers stay involved from concept through delivery without the red tape of a large corporate structure.

The Role

We're hiring a Quality Engineer II to support program quality across Integrated Product Teams (Engineering, Program Management, Quality, Logistics, and Production). You'll drive quality deliverables on multiple small-to-medium programs - reviewing drawings and specs, building quality plans and inspection procedures, and ensuring Objective Quality Evidence packages meet contractual requirements.

What You'll Do

• Own program quality responsibilities across multiple projects
• Develop Traceability Matrices, Program Quality Plans, Inspection Plans, and OQE packages
• Partner with engineering on Manufacturing Work Instructions (MIPs)
• Provide quality input on proposals, schedules, and budgets
• Participate across the full production lifecycle - drawing reviews, requirements matrices, tooling, procurement, work instructions, machining, and inspection
• Interface directly with customers, vendors, and subcontractors
• Lead internal audits and support third-party QMS audits and source inspections
• Lead root cause and corrective/preventive action (RCCA) investigations
• Recommend process improvements to strengthen quality control

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Composites, Mechanical, Civil, Structural, Chemical, Aerospace, Naval Architecture, or related engineering field (or equivalent combination of education and 3–6 years' experience)
• Working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance
• U.S. Citizenship required (ITAR-controlled role)

Nice to Have

• Quality Engineering / Quality Management Systems experience (AS9100 or ISO 9001)
• SolidWorks 3D modeling and 2D drawing experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Health insurance with low deductible/out-of-pocket costs
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 5% of total compensation
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• 120 hours PTO starting, plus 8+ paid holidays and paid plant closure between Christmas and New Year's
• Paid leave for adverse weather events and bereavement

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.