Senior Quality Engineer
Core
Lead product and process quality efforts in an energetics manufacturing environment, ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance for explosives, propellants, and pyrotechnics.
Role type
Senior Quality Engineer (Regulated Manufacturing)
Builds
Robust quality systems, inspection plans, and acceptance criteria for high-hazard energetic materials.
Domain
Defense, National Security, Energetics Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (Quality Systems & Compliance)
Required skills
Root cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone, SPC), Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001/AS9100), Statistical techniques, CAPA leadership, Internal/External audit leadership, Cross-functional collaboration, Supplier quality management, Risk assessment (FMEA), Technical mentorship
Preferred skills
Energetics/Explosives industry experience, ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA, Six Sigma), Government contract requirements knowledge, Configuration management
Technologies
ISO 9001, AS9100, DoD quality requirements, SPC tools, FMEA, CAPA frameworks
Responsibilities
Lead development and continuous improvement of quality systems; Provide technical leadership for process controls and inspection plans; Lead root cause analysis and CAPA for nonconformances; Own review and approval of manufacturing procedures and quality records; Lead internal and external audits; Analyze quality data to drive strategic improvements; Mentor junior engineers; Lead cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, EHS, and Supply Chain; Lead supplier quality activities; Lead failure investigations and risk assessments; Ensure adherence to safety and security requirements for energetic materials.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
