Quality Engineer II – Space & Defense Systems

Karman Space & Defense; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

HSA with company contribution

FSA

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense in Huntington Beach, CA, is seeking a Quality Engineer II to ensure compliant, reliable, and mission-ready products. You will analyze specifications, validate quality processes, drive corrective actions, and work with customers to resolve issues while maintaining strong relationships.

The role emphasizes evaluating quality documentation, enabling corrective actions, training inspection personnel, and supporting continuous improvement across production programs within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field is required.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, journals, and regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures, and present information effectively.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
• Ability to apply algebra and geometry and perform related calculations.

Responsibilities

• Reviews customer-imposed quality documents for applicability and compliance; directs corrections as needed.
• Evaluates quality documentation for alignment with specs and contractual requirements; verifies corrective actions.
• Interfaces with customers to support relationships and manage MRB activity.
• Develops lesson plans and trains inspection personnel.
• Reviews manufacturing planning to ensure adequate inspection points in production.
• Conducts inspection verification to ensure products meet PO, drawings, and specifications.
• Monitors quality metrics, identifies trends, and leads improvement projects.
• Reviews labor and equipment costs to minimize waste.
• Maintains an organized, safe work area and adheres to quality and safety procedures.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical reading

Technical writing

Problem solving

Algebra & geometry

DoD clearance

Education

BS in Engineering

Job description

Karman Space & Defense in Huntington Beach, CA, is seeking a Quality Engineer II to ensure compliant, reliable, and mission-ready products. You will analyze specifications, validate quality processes, drive corrective actions, and work with customers to resolve issues while maintaining strong relationships.

The role emphasizes evaluating quality documentation, enabling corrective actions, training inspection personnel, and supporting continuous improvement across production programs within a