| Location | Oak Ridge, TN |
| Salary | $100,000–$120,000 Per Year |
Responsibilities: of the Quality Engineer: Lead Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities, including PFMEAs, Control Plans, and Measurement System Analysis (MSA). Develop and maintain inspection plans, quality controls, measurement procedures, and appropriate gauging requirements for manufactured components and assemblies. Analyze manufacturing process capability using statistical methods, establish performance metrics, and optimize inspection sampling frequencies. Identify and implement improvements in inspection processes, measurement technologies, data collection, and overall manufacturing quality. Investigate quality escapes and nonconformances, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions. Review engineering specifications, fabrication procedures, procurement documentation, and First Article Inspection (FAI) packages to ensure quality compliance. Evaluate precision measurement equipment and inspection instrumentation for accuracy, suitability, and effectiveness. Support quality management system (QMS) improvements, mentor quality personnel, and independently manage deliverables within established schedules and budgets. Qualifications: for the Quality Engineer: 5+ years of Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment. Hands-on experience with NQA-1 quality systems and associated quality assurance requirements. Experience developing and implementing manufacturing inspection plans, quality controls, and measurement processes. Knowledge of manufacturing quality methodologies, process improvement, and statistical quality analysis. Experience reviewing technical specifications, manufacturing documentation, and inspection requirements. Ability to independently manage quality engineering activities, investigate issues, and drive corrective actions. Active TS/SCI or DOE Q clearance ( Ability to meet applicable health and safety training, medical monitoring, drug screening, and background testing requirements) Ability and Willingness to work fully onsite in Oak Ridge, TN Preferred : Active DOE Q clearance. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field. Experience in centrifuge manufacturing or similarly complex, high-precision manufacturing environments. Strong proficiency in GD&T and interpretation of engineering drawings. Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies and continuous process improvement. ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Six Sigma, or Lead Auditor certification. Formal training and demonstrated experience in root cause analysis. Experience with high-precision metal forming, machining, or finishing processes. Compensation: for the Quality Engineer: Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000 depending on experience Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Plan, PTO, Holidays, Sick Leave if required by law This job opens for applications on 10/28. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. #LI-MS1 #LI-ONSITE