Principal Product Quality Engineer
Core
Architect and implement scalable quality systems for software-defined national security hardware, ensuring robust, reliable, and mission-ready products from concept through production.
Role type
Principal Product Quality Engineer (Hardware/Defense)
Builds
Software-defined power management systems (Leonidas) for national security applications
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace hardware / Power management systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Root cause analysis, failure analysis, reliability testing, NPI leadership, AS9100/ISO 9001 standards, APQP framework, risk management (DFMEA/PFMEA), data analysis (SPC), cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in engineering, ASQ CQE/Certified Auditor/Six Sigma certification, Agile development, electronics/system integration expertise, reliability modeling, MIL-STD testing, Oracle ERP/QMS software
Technologies
Oracle ERP, QMS software, DFMEA, PFMEA, FRACAS
Responsibilities
Lead quality planning and execution for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs; Own and drive Design for Quality (DfQ) principles and risk management activities; Partner with engineering to develop reliability strategies and execute test plans; Build scalable processes aligned with AS9100 and customer requirements; Act as the bridge between engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and program teams
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic influence
