Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Duration: 6 Months Contract with possible extension

Location: Gilbert, AZ 85233

Schedule: 9/80 Schedule, 1st Shift: Mon – Thurs, 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM & Fri, 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM (End of Shift)

Role Summary:

The Quality Engineer (QE) will support Engineering Validation Testing (EVT) for spacecraft involving Thermal Vacuum, Dynamic, Propulsion, and EMI testing. This role includes off-shift, weekend, and potential overtime work to accommodate 24/7 test operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to applicable procedures and Customer contract requirements during the EVT campaign.
• Support pre-test meetings by verifying test setup configuration, test equipment calibration is current, and flight software versions are current.
• Support post-test meetings by verifying all signoffs are complete, all requirements have been met, and all test flags or nonconformances dispositioned appropriately.
• Document and facilitate timely disposition of nonconformances (NCs) and test flags through TIPQA/Teamcenter/IMBS/MBS systems.
• Support operational tasks including integration and testing, installations, bus movements, and other activities.
• Participate in daily planning and update meetings with Customer for communication of quality issues and resource needs.
• Collaborate with Test Engineering, Systems Engineering, and QE team to resolve issues and ensure smooth test execution.
• Facilitate cross-functional Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA) as needed.
• Review and complete End Item Data Packs (EIDPs).

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and minimum five years' experience in Quality Engineering, preferably in Aerospace.
• Experience with industry quality standards (AS9100/ISO9001 preferred), Quality Management System (QMS) Procedures, and Customer contract requirements.
• Strong RCCA facilitation experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including technical presentation skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Proficiency with computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project, etc.).
• Experience with Engineering Validation Testing strongly preferred.
• US Citizenship required.

Nice to have:

• Achieved Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training Certificate
• J-STD-001
• NASA Standard
• Project Quality Assurance
• Project Quality Management

• If you are qualified and interested, please send me your updated resume, your salary requirement and contact details to discuss this opportunity further. If you are not looking for a job right now but know of a friend who might have the required qualifications and interest, please let me know.