Quality Engineering Lead – DoD & Aerospace

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Quality Engineering Manager I to lead a small team of Quality Engineers, drive program execution, compliance, and continuous improvement. You will oversee daily workflow, manage nonconformance handling, and integrate quality early in engineering processes.

The role supports Mission Solutions and Technologies, with responsibilities spanning audits, corrective actions, documentation, and collaboration across production and engineering to sustain high quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of quality engineering experience; leadership experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Quality System requirements and contract quality requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide quality engineering staff in daily operations.
• Plan and conduct internal and external quality audits.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of quality control procedures.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and other teams to uphold quality standards.
• Mentor and train junior engineers and production staff.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Skills

Quality engineering

Leadership

Audits

Process improvement

Reading drawings

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Quality Engineering Manager I to lead a small team of Quality Engineers, drive program execution, compliance, and continuous improvement. You will oversee daily workflow, manage nonconformance handling, and integrate quality early in engineering processes.

The role supports Mission Solutions and Technologies, with responsibilities spanning audits, corrective actions, documentation, and collaboration across production and engineering to sustain high quality