Quality Engineer II

Sierra Space; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Space Corporation is seeking a Quality Engineer II in Wisconsin to design, implement, and maintain QA protocols for manufacturing and distribution. The role requires planning and auditing processes to meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in quality engineering, RCCA/CAPA familiarity, and ISO 9001 experience, with ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance. A strong team player with cross-functional collaboration skills is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Typically 2+ years of related experience.
• Basic understanding of RCCA and CAPA.
• Basic Internal Audit Training.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and tests to ensure products meet quality standards.
• Analyze data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Document quality assurance activities and maintain records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address quality issues.
• Prepare and participate in internal audits and CAPA actions.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

CAPA understanding

Internal Auditing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ISO 9001 knowledge

FMEA

SPC

Quality management software

Job description

Sierra Space Careers: At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth. Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond. Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space. We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

The Quality Engineer II is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance protocols and methods for processing materials into partially finished or finished products. This role involves planning, implementing, and managing compliance of manufacturing and production processes with internal and external safety, quality, and regulatory standards requirements for worldwide distribution. The engineer will design methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of production processes, production equipment, and finished products. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance protocols and methods for processing materials into partially finished or finished products. It requires planning, implementing, and managing compliance of manufacturing and production processes with internal and external safety, quality, and regulatory standards to meet requirements for worldwide distribution. The role also includes designing methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of production processes, equipment, and finished products. Responsibilities include conducting inspections and tests to ensure products meet quality standards and specifications, analyzing data to identify trends, and recommending improvements in production processes and quality assurance protocols. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to address quality issues and implement corrective actions. Additional duties include documenting quality assurance activities, maintaining accurate records, and utilizing knowledge of electrical and mechanical drawings along with familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). The position also ensures compliance with IPC and NASA requirements, applies understanding of Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), and actively participates in Corrective Action Reports (CAR). Finally, the role involves participating in internal audits and applying basic internal audit training.

About You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission. We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
• Typically 2+ years of related experience.
• Basic understanding of Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA).
• Basic Internal Audit Training.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in quality assurance or inspection (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer).
• Experience in a manufacturing or quality assurance environment.
• Proficiency with quality management systems and standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Experience with advanced quality assurance tools and techniques, such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Familiarity with quality management software and databases.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience conducting internal audits and implementing corrective actions.

Compensation

Pay Range: $73,544.00 - $101,141.75 Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Elevate Your Career

At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations. We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

About Sierra Space

Headquartered in Colorado, Sierra Space is a mission-proven Defense Tech company delivering satellite platforms, critical subsystems, reusable spaceplanes, hypersonic technologies, propulsion systems, and infrastructure for the nation’s most critical missions. With more than three decades of heritage and a record of flight-proven success in space, Sierra Space is trusted by U.S. National Security, Civil customers, and global allies. Our technologies safeguard our nation, sustain human exploration in space, and ensure the freedom of operations beyond Earth. Sierra Space is defining the new era of Space Defense, strengthening deterrence today and preserving freedom of action for generations to come.