Associate or Mid-Level Quality Engineer - A Shift

Associate or Mid-Level Quality Engineer - A Shift at BOEING summary :

The Associate or Mid-Level Quality Engineer at Boeing supports Defense, Space & Security programs by conducting First Article Inspections, managing non-conformance reviews, and ensuring compliance with quality standards such as AS9100. The role involves analyzing manufacturing processes, approving work instructions, interfacing with stakeholders, and requires a U.S. Security Clearance. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and experience in quality management within a manufacturing or manufacturing support environment.

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level) to join our team located in Huntsville, AL!

This position ’s primary duties will be supporting BDS programs, including Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) performing First Article Inspection (FAI), Corrective Actions, Non-Conformance Review (NCR) disposition, review / approving / interpreting engineering drawing requirements, approving work instructions, and interfacing with customers and stakeholders.

This is an on-site position that currently supports a 4x10 work schedule on Shift A Monday – Thursday 6 : 00AM – 4 : 30PM. Initial training and future support may occur on variable shift. This is at the hiring team’s discretion and may change in the future based on business needs.

Associate - Level 2 :

Researches contractual and Boeing Quality Management System requirements for applicability to specific proposals and program processes and documentation.

Develops sections of quality metrics, design and production certification plans to ensure compliance with contractual, Company and regulatory requirements.

Analyzes capability assessments to support supplier selection activities.

Participates in various reviews to ensure quality attributes are incorporated into product designs.

Performs data analysis to ensure manufacturing and test readiness.

Provides material review dispositions for non-conformances.

Analyzes non-conformance trends to evaluate effectiveness of corrective actions.

Compiles performance reports and other statistical data to ensure specified processes capability levels are achieved.

Works under general supervision.

Mid-Level - Level 3 :

Represents Quality function on team activities to integrate contractual and Boeing Quality Management System requirements into all aspects of proposals and program processes and documentation.

Provides Quality interpretation of requirements.

Develops quality metrics, design and production certification plans for small programs to ensure compliance with contractual, Company and regulatory requirements.

Conducts capability assessments and process validations to support supplier selection activities.

Participates in various reviews to ensure quality attributes are incorporated into product designs.

Performs analysis, tests and process audits to ensure manufacturing and test readiness.

Provides material review dispositions for non-conformances.

Analyzes non-conformance trends to evaluate effectiveness of corrective actions.

Recommends corrective actions to address non-conformances.

Performs benchmarking and other forms of analysis to ensure specified processes capability levels are achieved.

Works under general direction

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and / or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience) :

Bachelor's of Science from an accredited course of study in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry

Experience with AS9100 and / or a similar Quality Management System standard

Experience presenting technical briefings to various audiences

More than 1 year of experience performing quantitative or statistical analysis, data collection, preparation and interpretation

More than 1 year of experience in a manufacturing or manufacturing support environment

More than 1 year of experience working Root Cause Corrective Action

More than 1 year of experience working with Non-Conformance (NCR) processes

First Article Inspection (FAI) experience

More than 1 year of experience reading, understanding, and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience) :

Level 3 : 3 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

More than 1 year of experience performing line stock checks

Active U.S. Security Clearance

More than 1 year of experience leading or managing projects and / or teams

More than 3 years of experience presenting technical briefings to various audiences

Experience communicating to employees, customers, peers and multiple levels of leadership

Experience working with and building cross functional teams and partnerships with multiple stakeholders within the company, including engineering

Relocation :

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Drug Free Workplace :

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Travel :

This position may require up to 20% travel.

Shift :

This position is for A shift

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Associate - Level 2 : $79,900 – $108,100

Summary pay range for Mid-Level - Level 3 : $95,200 – $128,800

Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 08, 2025

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and / or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military / veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Keywords :

Quality Engineer, First Article Inspection, AS9100, Non-Conformance Review, Manufacturing Quality, Root Cause Corrective Action, Engineering Drawings, Quality Management System, Defense Manufacturing, U.S. Security Clearance