Senior Quality Engineer

Voyager Technologies; Pueblo, Penrose (CO, CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Gym membership

401(k) matching

Job summary

Voyager Technologies in Colorado is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead product and process quality efforts in an energetics manufacturing environment, ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance.

You will own quality systems, drive CAPA, audits, and supplier quality activities, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, EHS, and Supply Chain to embed quality throughout the lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related discipline).
• 7+ years of quality engineering experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, including demonstrated technical leadership.
• Deep working knowledge of quality management systems, inspection methods, and statistical techniques.
• Proven expertise applying root cause analysis tools to high-consequence problems.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with cross-functional collaboration.
• Leadership in high-hazard, safety-critical manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality systems in ISO 9001/AS9100, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical leadership to manufacturing operations with robust process controls and inspection plans.
• Lead root cause analysis and CAPA for nonconformances, defects, and customer complaints.
• Review and approve manufacturing procedures, inspection instructions, and quality records.
• Lead internal audits and represent Quality during external audits.
• Analyze quality data to identify systemic trends and drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, EHS, and Supply Chain.
• Lead supplier quality activities, including supplier qualification and corrective actions.
• Lead MRB, risk assessments (FMEA), and present findings to cross-functional audiences.
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, and handling requirements for energetic materials.

Skills

Quality leadership

QMS expertise

Root cause analysis

Statistical methods

Strong communication

Project mentorship

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Documentation systems

CAPA tracking tools

Statistical software (Minitab/SAS)

Job description

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

Voyager Technologies is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead product and process quality efforts within an energetics manufacturing environment, including explosives, propellants, pyrotechnics, or related energetic materials. This role takes ownership of complex quality initiatives, provides technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers, and drives continuous improvement across manufacturing and inspection processes. The position requires deep technical expertise, sound judgment, documentation discipline, and a high level of safety awareness, and is critical to ensuring the safety, reliability, and compliance of products manufactured in an energetics environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality systems in compliance with ISO 9001/AS9100, customer specifications, and applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., ATF, DoD, OSHA).
• Provide technical leadership to manufacturing operations, ensuring process controls, inspection plans, and acceptance criteria are robust, well-defined, and followed.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) efforts for complex nonconformances, defects, and customer complaints.
• Own the review and approval of manufacturing procedures, inspection instructions, and quality records related to energetics production.
• Lead internal audits and represent Quality during external audits (customer, regulatory, and certification).
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify systemic trends and drive strategic continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and associate quality engineers, reviewing their work and supporting their development.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, EHS, and Supply Chain to ensure quality requirements are integrated throughout the product lifecycle.
• Lead supplier quality activities, including supplier qualification, audits, and corrective actions.
• Lead failure investigations, material review boards (MRB), and risk assessments (e.g., FMEA), and present findings to technical and cross-functional audiences.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety, security, and handling requirements for energetic materials, and champion a strong safety culture within the team.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the quality organization and lead technical discussions with cross-functional leaders.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related discipline).
• 7+ years of quality engineering experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, including demonstrated technical leadership.
• Deep working knowledge of quality management systems, inspection methods, and statistical techniques.
• Proven expertise applying root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, SPC) to complex, high-consequence problems.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and executive audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and mentor others while working effectively in high-hazard, safety-critical manufacturing environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in energetics, explosives, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing industries.
• ASQ certifications such as: Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt (Black Belt preferred).
• Advanced familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or DoD quality requirements.
• Demonstrated experience with configuration management and controlled documentation systems.
• Strong knowledge of government contract requirements and customer quality clauses, including experience negotiating with suppliers, vendors, and partners.

Eligibility Requirements:

Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses: Must be at least 21 years of age. Ability to pass State and Federal background checks. Ability to obtain and maintain applicable State and Federal explosives licenses.

Export Control

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

The good faith base annual salary range for this role is $100,000-$125,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well‑being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well‑being.

Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well‑well‑being Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

Colorado pay range $100,000 — $125,000 USD