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Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Elite Technical
Gulfport, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 9/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026

Elite Technical is seeking a Quality Engineer, who will be required to review engineering drawings, customer procurement specifications, material and material testing specifications, or other contractual requirements to develop program quality plans, inspection procedures, or shop floor work instructions to support program success. The individual will also prepare Manufacturing and Inspection Procedures (MIP) and Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) packages that will include raw material certifications, material testing reports, inspection reports, or other objective evidence of product conformance. The individual will monitor manufacturing processes and support in-process and final acceptance / rejection of SCI products. Position will dually report to the Quality Department Manager and Project Tech Lead as assigned. This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.


Job Requirements:

- Interface closely with engineering to review customer requirements to develop requirements matrix and project Quality Plans.

- Develop inspection plans and procedures as required based on customer specifications.

- Develop / review manufacturing work instructions for adequacy prior to release.

- Prepare Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) documentation/packages.

- Evaluate quality control processes and protocols recommending new or improved processes as necessary.

- Lead root cause, corrective and preventive action investigations and follow up as required.

- Conduct/coordinate process and product evaluations and assessments on the manufacturing floor and in a laboratory environment.

- Conduct internal audits on SCI-s Quality Management System for effectiveness as scheduled.

- Collaborate with various functions to assure compliance and continuous improvement.

- Conduct internal audits on production processes to evaluate product conformance to customer requirements

- Assist with the development and improvement of the Quality Management System.

- This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).


This opportunity is a full-time direct position with our client, offering career growth, stability and a generous benefits package. This position is onsite, and is a 4/10 schedule offering 3-day weekends. Please contact Elite Technical to learn more about this opportunity!

Required Skills


- 3-8 years experience Bachelors Degree in Composite, Mechanical, Industrial or related engineering degree is required.

- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a US DoD security clearance.

- Background in performing assessments and audits on equipment, processes and procedures to ensure compliance to specifications, engineering drawings, procedures and ISO-9000 requirements.

- Proficient with reading and interpreting engineering drawings, customer specifications, and material requirements.

- Effective communication and interpersonal skills required to interface with functional team members, executive management and customer representatives.

- Demonstrated experience in Quality Engineering and Quality Management Systems.

- Proficient utilizing Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

- Utilize various inspection methods, tools and equipment to accomplish necessary product examinations to include, but not limited to, calibrated equipment, special tooling, part inspections, etc.

- This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms

- Familiarity or experience with SolidWorks model and drawing development is a plus

- Perform materials testing processes per written procedures (e.g. Microscopy, Short Beam Shear, Burnouts, etc. if necessary)

- Implement quality controls and protocols across several program platforms.

- First article inspection experience desired.

- Ability to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces and lift loads of approximately 50 pounds.

- Ability to bend, stoop or climb as necessary to perform required inspections.

- Work in this occupation involves using your hands to hold, control, and feel objects.


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