Senior Quality Engineer

The Boeing Company; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 122,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Berkeley, MO seeks a Senior Quality Engineer to drive quality across proposals and programs. You will integrate QMS requirements, lead RCCA/CAPA efforts, and guide non-conformance handling to ensure product readiness. Travel may be up to 10% and confidentiality guidelines apply.

Responsibilities include designing qualification plans, performing audits, and mentoring teams on quality processes to meet contractual and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science or computer science.
• 5+ years experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• 5+ years RCCA/CAPA experience.
• 5+ years Quality Inspection including FAI (First Article Inspection).
• 5+ years Non-conformance processes experience.

Responsibilities

• Leads integration of contractual and Boeing QMS requirements into proposals and program processes.
• Interprets complex requirements and develops quality metrics and certification plans for large programs.
• Develops quality criteria to support supplier selection.
• Leads reviews to ensure quality attributes are in product designs.
• Develops and selects methods for analysis, testing and audits for readiness.
• Assists in developing new standards repairs for non-conformances.
• Analyzes non-conformance trends to evaluate corrective actions.
• Develops and implements corrective actions.
• Performs benchmarking and advanced analyses to ensure process capability.
• Works under minimal direction.

Skills

QMS experience

RCCA & CAPA

NCR / non-conformance

Quality inspection / FAI

Education

BS degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quality Engineer to join our dynamic team in Berkeley, MO.

Position Responsibilities:

• Leads integration of contractual and Boeing Quality Management System requirements into all aspects of proposals and program processes and documentation
• Provides interpretation of complex requirements. Develops quality metrics, design and production certification plans for large programs to ensure compliance with contractual, Company and regulatory requirements
• Develops Quality criteria to support supplier selection activities
• Leads various reviews to ensure quality attributes are incorporated into product designs
• Develops and selects methods for analysis, testing and audit to ensure manufacturing and test readiness
• Assists in development of new standards repairs for non-conformances
• Analyzes non-conformance trends to evaluate effectiveness of corrective actions
• Develops and implements corrective actions
• Performs benchmarking and other forms of advanced analysis to ensure specified processes capability levels are achieved
• Works under minimal direction

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
• 5+ years of experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• 5+ year of experience in Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and Corrective Action Preventive Action (CAPA)
• 5+ of Quality Inspection experience, including FAI (First Article Inspection)
• 5+ years of experience working with Non-conformance (NCR) processes

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) Certifications
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing Quality Engineering role

Travel:

Position may require travel up to 10% of the time.

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeingis a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $122,400 - $165,600

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 15, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.