Quality Engineer

sgi; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full coverage medical insurance

Paid leave and holidays

Multiple retirement plan options

Educational assistance

Flexible work schedules

Company-sponsored events

Job summary

sgi is seeking a motivated Quality Engineer for their team in Houston, TX. This position supports NASA's Cargo Mission Operations and includes evaluating technical documents, performing flight equipment acceptance reviews, and preparing documentation. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or science and up to 5 years of experience in an engineering or quality field.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical coverage, paid leave, and flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years’ experience in an engineering or quality/safety field.
• Ability to understand and interpret technical documentation for safety and quality assurance impacts.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates technical documents for adequate quality requirements.
• Performs flight equipment acceptance reviews.
• Prepares test readiness review documentation.
• Approves work authorization documents and establishes inspection points.
• Evaluates discrepancy reports and concurs on Material Review Board decisions.
• Evaluates engineering changes for quality assurance impacts.

Skills

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, math, or science

Job description

Cepeda Systems and Software Analysis is currently seeking a motivated and ambitious Quality Engineer to join our expanding team in Houston, TX. The role supports NASA Johnson Space Center’s Cargo Mission Operations as a Quality Engineer. NASA’s Cargo Mission Contract provides cargo and payload integration to programs such as the International Space Station, Orion, Human Landing System, and Moon Base programs.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Evaluates technical documents such as drawings and specifications for adequate quality requirements and in-process controls
• Performs flight equipment acceptance reviews
• Prepares test readiness review documentation and identifies hardware pre-test status
• Approves work authorization documents and establishes mandatory inspection points
• Evaluates discrepancy reports and concurs on Material Review Board decisions
• Evaluates engineering changes and waivers for quality assurance impacts
• Evaluates inspection and test methods, tools, instruments, and processes for effectiveness

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, math, or science

Required Experience:

• 0-5 years’ experience in an engineering or quality/safety field

Preferred Experience:

• Familiarity with product lifecycle
• Ability to understand and interpret technical documentation for safety and quality assurance impacts
• Familiarity with industry safety practices

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility and adaptability

Required Clearance:

• U.S. Citizenship is required

What We Offer:

Our industry‑leading benefits package goes above and beyond a competitive salary for both new and seasoned professionals. The comprehensive package includes full coverage medical insurance, paid leave and paid holidays, multiple retirement plan options, short‑term and long‑term disability, life insurance, and work/life benefits such as career development and recognition programs. Other perks include flexible work schedules, company‑sponsored events, and educational assistance.

Disability Accommodation for Applicants:

Cepeda is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have difficulty using our online systems and need accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Cepeda provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit, based factors.