Quality Engineer II (For Summer 2026 SNC Interns Only)

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Hagerstown (MD); Hybride; USD 75 000 - 103 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision plans

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

Life insurance

Three weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Résumé du poste

The Quality Engineer II at Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) will lead quality initiatives across the production lifecycle, conduct audits, and implement corrective actions based on data analysis and industry standards. The role requires collaboration with supplier quality and production teams to ensure compliance with AS9100/ISO 9001 and government regulations.

Candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, 2+ years in quality engineering, and the ability to obtain a Secret U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field is required.
• 2+ years experience as a Quality Engineer or in a related field; substitution allowed.
• In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 6 years related experience is required.
• Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001 and other military/statutory standards.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and QMS.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsabilités

• Lead quality improvement initiatives across the production lifecycle.
• Plan, conduct, and lead internal and external quality audits.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Design and refine processes to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Mentor and train junior engineers and production staff.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends and improvement areas.
• Collaborate with suppliers to maintain quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Connaissances

Quality management systems

Statistical analysis

Leadership

Project management

AS9100/ISO 9001

Secret clearance eligibility

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Outils

Six Sigma Black Belt

Description du poste

Do you have the skills, expertise and passion that it takes to be a top-notch quality engineer? Join our team and take your career to new heights! The Quality Engineer II will ensure adherence to stringent quality standards for our products and production processes. This role involves leading quality initiatives, conducting audits, and implementing corrective actions based on statistical analysis and industry best practices. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn‑key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive quality improvement initiatives across the production lifecycle.
• Plan, conduct, and lead internal and external quality audits.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to address quality issues.
• Design and refine processes and mechanisms to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Mentor and train junior engineers and production staff on quality standards and processes.
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure quality standards are met and maintained.
• Ensure all activities comply with relevant industry standards and regulations.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ Years experience as a Quality Engineer or in a related field.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications.
• In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Knowledge and utilization of AS9100, ISO 9001 and other applicable Military and statutory standards and specifications.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and quality management systems (QMS).
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Certified Auditor or equivalent experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Office and database experience.
• Statistical analysis experience.
• Experience participating in external audits as guide.
• Six Sigma Black Belt.

Essential Functions

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
• Requirement to be on feet for a significant portion of the work shift.
• Majority of work hours spent on a computer.
• Hand/finger dexterity for using testing and inspection tools.
• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Occasional travel may be required for audits and supplier visits.
• This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $74,581.13 - $102,549.04.

Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

Benefit Package

• SNC offers 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, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Important Notice

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret 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. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC Overview

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

SNCisa trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber. As a longstandingleaderindefense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non‑traditional contractors.We are oneof the only privately owned mid‑tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselvesonour abilityto invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part ofour mission to always stay one step ahead; workingon solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow. Founded1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.