Quality Engineer I Karman Space & Defense - 2.0 Mukilteo, WA Job Details Full-time $80,200 - $94,000 a year 4 hours ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering Quality assurance experience within aerospace industry Contract documentation review Associate's degree in mechanical engineering technology Purchase orders Quality records maintenance Defect resolution root cause analysis Technical documentation Supply chain risk management Mechanical Engineering Production deviation management Production risk assessment Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Mid-level Technical report writing Quality reports First article inspection Contractual compliance checks Quality control experience within aerospace industry Engineering Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology Manufacturing Engineering Associate's degree 2 years Production documentation Manufacturing company experience Product quality failure Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering technology AS9100 Failure analysis Full Job Description Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies' core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs. This role is part of our Tactical Missiles and Integrated Defense Systems business, which designs and develops integrated missile and defense systems that support critical missions across air, land, and sea. We combine comprehensive analysis, engineering, and program execution capabilities to deliver mission-tailored solutions that reduce lead times, lower costs, and simplify complex multi-vendor supply chains. Backed by decades of flight-proven and fielded performance, we design and build mission-critical technologies including launch systems, propulsion, payload integration solutions, UAV components, missile subsystems, and Safe & Arm systems. As a Quality Engineer, you support projects through design, development, testing, qualification, and production to ensure all hardware meets rigorous quality standards. This role contributes to quality planning, inspection, documentation, and issue resolution, helping maintain reliable performance across critical deliverables. If your experience and interests align with this opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Schedule This role follows a 9/80 schedule, with 9-hour shifts Monday through Thursday, an 8-hour shift every other Friday, and the alternating Friday off. Responsibilities Determines and executes quality plans for projects from development through production. Implements new inspection methodologies to support evolving program requirements. Supports customer design review activities to align quality expectations. Performs in‑process inspections during fabrication and assembly, including Aerospace Standard (AS) 9102 First Articles. Prepares Technical Data Packages (TDPs) documenting hardware deliverables. Reviews purchase orders to ensure accurate contractual, project, and quality flow downs. Generates and resolves Corrective Action Reports (CARs) and Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs). Leads failure investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions. Performs supply chain risk analysis to identify and mitigate quality risks. Required Qualifications Associate's degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent registration or experience. A current U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent. More than 2 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing or quality operations. Physical Requirements The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Special Mentions This role requires occasional travel (0-10%). Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage Tuition reimbursement Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.