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Quality Engineer 2

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Fort Walton Beach, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026
Job Description

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on uncrewed systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.

Micro Systems Inc. (MSI), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective, uncrewed arial systems and self-driving trucks. As a mid-tier defense contractor, we've demonstrated agility and innovation in providing systems to support National Security.

At MSI, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team collaborates to cultivate a supportive and dynamic workplace, fostering creativity and promoting professional development while honoring personal and family lives. Join our team and help shape the future of autonomous technology within the defense and commercial industry today!

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Oversee the development and evaluation of technical information for existing and new quality programs from received materials through finished goods shipping. The Quality Engineer will provide key leadership in improving the quality of products, services, and industry standard processes through continuous improvements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing, test, and repair methodologies
  • Maintain existing ISO9001/AS9100 quality system
  • Prepare and assist with quality system audits
  • Review contracts for QA requirements and standards
  • Identify inspection trends and determine methods for corrective and preventive action
  • Generate deliverable failure analysis reports for test failures of product
  • Interface with visiting customer inspectors
  • Conduct technical audits on production processes and coordinate with Manufacturing on process corrections and improvements
  • Review engineering change notices, purchase orders, and product drawings for approval
  • Provide audit support for out-sourcing suppliers
  • Identify inspection methods and standards
  • Assist with receiving inspection, in-process inspection, and final inspection as needed
  • Must be at assigned worksite during assigned hours 100% of time; less PTO, FML/STD/LTD

Other Job Functions

  • Obtain training to stay current with quality system standards
  • Identify training needs and provide training for applicable personnel
  • Uphold and maintain the integrity of the Quality Policy Statement
  • Work independently without supervision
  • Other duties may be assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

  • None

Experience And Skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
  • Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
  • Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
  • Ability to adhere to workplace rules
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
  • Ability to identify, use, and provide training on standard measuring tools of the inspection trade
  • Ability to read and interpret purchase orders, drawings, parts lists, wire lists, and other related engineering documents
  • Understanding of shipping and receiving, receiving inspection and final inspection

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • BS in Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Computer Science or related field
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Quality Engineer
  • Experience with electronics components, circuitry, and electronics
  • Experience in ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality system environment
  • Experience in ANS1-ASQCZ1.4 and MIL-STD-105
  • Experience in J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Office and production environment
  • Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
  • Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding and small hand tools)
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • 20/20 vision and color vision with or without corrective lenses

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE INCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY. THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES.

EEO/M/F/D/V

Job Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
  • Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Paid Time-Off (PTO)
  • Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
  • Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Paid Time-Off (PTO)
  • Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
  • Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Paid Time-Off (PTO)
  • Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement


Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.

Pay Transparency
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

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