Senior Quality Engineer - Strategy & Analytics

Kaleidoscope Innovation, Inc.; Kent, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Innovation, Inc. is seeking a Quality Engineer III to provide leadership in quality planning, BOM coordination, and process improvement in Kent, WA.

The role emphasizes ensuring accuracy, reliability, and compliance across products and manufacturing processes. You will guide review boards, approve specifications, analyze corrective actions, and conduct audits while mentoring junior engineers and leading cross-functional quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required; master's preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering with leadership responsibilities.
• Expertise in quality management systems (AS9100, Nadcap) and advanced analytics.
• Proven ability in strategic planning and supplier quality management.
• Lean/Six Sigma knowledge; certification strongly preferred; ASQ CQE desirable.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts, drawings, and specs to develop quality plans and inspection criteria.
• Create and maintain quality documentation to support accuracy and compliance.
• Communicate quality standards internally and externally; maintain customer relationships.
• Review non-conforming materials; lead corrective and preventive actions and MRB activities.
• Conduct internal and external audits; evaluate findings and implement corrective actions.
• Lead strategic quality planning and cross-functional initiatives; drive improvement projects.
• Develop and implement supplier quality strategies and global alignment programs.
• Utilize predictive analytics and digital quality systems to enhance performance.
• Mentor junior quality engineers and provide leadership in quality projects.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Cross-functional leadership

Lean/Six Sigma

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Digital quality systems

Predictive analytics platforms

Job description

Kaleidoscope Innovation, Inc. is seeking a Quality Engineer III to provide leadership in quality planning, BOM coordination, and process improvement in Kent, WA.

The role emphasizes ensuring accuracy, reliability, and compliance across products and manufacturing processes. You will guide review boards, approve specifications, analyze corrective actions, and conduct audits while mentoring junior engineers and leading cross-functional quality initiatives.