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Senior Quality Engineer

SlingShot Connections - Direct Hire
Scotts Valley, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/25/2026
About the job: The Senior Quality Engineer plays a key role in maintaining and improving quality standards across internal operations and strategic supplier partnerships. This individual contributor position focuses on developing quality systems, managing supplier performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to ensure product reliability and compliance. We’re looking for someone who: • Has 7–10 years of experience in Quality Engineering, preferably in high-tech or semiconductor industries• Possesses strong knowledge of quality systems, process qualification, and statistical analysis (SPC, Gage R&R, capability studies)• Demonstrates expertise with tools such as Minitab, WinSCP, and JMP• Excels in root cause analysis and problem-solving using 8D, FMEA, or Value Stream Mapping• Has experience collaborating with contract manufacturers and managing supplier quality performance• Communicates effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and customers• Is detail-oriented, analytical, and thrives in a fast-paced environment• (Preferred) Holds a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (STEM field required)• (Preferred) Possesses ASQ certification (CQE, CQA, etc.) and proficiency in Value Stream Mapping or Visio What you'll do: • Develop and implement quality standards and systems to meet industry and company requirements• Design, monitor, and continuously improve quality control processes for materials, products, and equipment• Conduct inspections and testing to ensure compliance with safety and quality specifications• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and execute quality and process improvements• Manage supplier quality, track performance metrics, and oversee corrective actions for nonconformances • Support continuous improvement projects to enhance efficiency and reduce costs• Troubleshoot complex quality issues and drive resolution through data-driven analysis• Identify and mitigate risks related to supply chain quality and product reliability• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in quality management• Travel occasionally to supplier sites for audits, evaluations, and issue resolution

Salary : $130,000 - $150,000

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