Senior Product Quality Engineer - Altius
Core
Define, develop, and execute processes to deliver high-quality and reliable autonomous aerial systems (Altius) for the U.S. military and allies, bridging R&D and high-rate production.
Role type
Senior Product Quality Engineer (Defense Manufacturing)
Builds
Tube-launched autonomous aerial systems (ALTIUS-600/700) for ISR, Electronic Warfare, and kinetic strike capabilities
Domain
Defense / Autonomous Systems / Aerial Vehicles
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Quality Management Systems (QMS), Root Cause Analysis (RCCA), Material Review Board (MRB), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Statistical Analysis, Metrology, Supplier Quality Management, Process Validation, Inspection Planning
Preferred skills
AS9100/AS6500/ISO 9001 standards, IPC standards, Government contract quality requirements, MIL standards, Teamcenter, SolidWorks/NX, Jira, Foundry, Manufacturing Execution Systems
Technologies
MatLab, JMP, MiniTab, Teamcenter, SolidWorks, NX, Jira, Foundry
Responsibilities
Lead Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) and Material Review Board (MRB) activities; Develop overall quality plans (APQP) and qualification test protocols; Drive transition from NPI to high-rate manufacturing; Lead product health data analysis and improvement activities; Matrix lead supplier quality engineers; Ensure execution of product and process requirements including PPAP/FAI and inspection methods.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
