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Quality Engineer

Advanced Tech Staffing
Slidell, LA Full Time | Contractor
POSTED ON 9/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/17/2027

Quality Engineer

6 month contract

$48-52/hr Depending on Experience

On-site Slidell, LA

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to lead APQP activities for assigned programs and support new product introduction, manufacturing, supplier quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, suppliers, and customers to ensure products and processes meet quality and performance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead APQP activities including Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEAs, Control Plans, and action tracking.
  • Manage quality requirements associated with new product introduction and product development.
  • Ensure engineering documentation aligns with manufacturing processes.
  • Lead APQP meetings and track open quality issues through resolution.
  • Develop validation test methods, procedures, and reports.
  • Serve as the quality lead during customer program reviews.
  • Support quality inspections, testing, process capability analysis, and continuous improvement.
  • Work with suppliers and manufacturing partners on PPAP submissions and quality issues.
  • Support supplier site visits when required.
  • Assist with prototype and production-part development and testing.
  • Lead root-cause and corrective-action activities.
  • Develop and document quality and business processes.
  • Support manufacturing activities at supplier and partner facilities.

Qualifications

  • 5 years of manufacturing/quality experience.
  • Strong APQP experience and knowledge of AS9145.
  • Experience with AS9100D, IATF 16949, and/or ISO 9001.
  • Experience with PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, process capability, and statistical quality tools.
  • Strong root-cause analysis experience including 8D, 5 Why, and Ishikawa methods.
  • Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers.
  • Defense or highly regulated manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Familiarity with U.S. DoD vehicle development/acquisition processes is a plus.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

*This is a contract position that DOES NOT include Paid Time Off or Holiday Pay

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Pay: $48.00 - $52.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 42.0 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $48 - $52

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