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Saronic Technologies is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Engineer to lead quality initiatives for the manufacturing, integration, and delivery of complex electro-mechanical systems for autonomous surface vessels (ASVs). This role requires deep technical judgment, understanding of design intent and structural integrity, and extensive experience in root cause analysis, nonconformance management, and production support.
As a senior member of the Quality team, you will serve as a technical authority on the production and integration floor, driving risk-based quality decisions, resolving complex technical issues, and partnering with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to ensure product integrity and operational excellence. You will navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment, influence cross-functional teams, and balance quality, safety, performance, and delivery requirements without compromising engineering standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing quality assurance processes, inspection strategies, and manufacturing controls; serving as senior quality representative on production floor
- Leading evaluation and resolution of complex nonconformances with in-process disposition recommendations and approvals
- Facilitating root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies and driving corrective/preventive actions
- Developing and maintaining inspection plans, acceptance criteria, and quality checkpoints; mentoring inspectors and technicians
- Reviewing engineering drawings, 3D models, and specifications to assess manufacturability and compliance with design intent
- Identifying opportunities to strengthen manufacturing controls, reduce defects, improve first-pass yield, and minimize rework
- Establishing and monitoring key quality metrics (defect rates, nonconformance trends, rework, scrap) and translating data into actionable recommendations
- Evaluating product and process risks and prioritizing quality issues based on safety, performance, reliability, and customer impact
- Serving as subject matter expert and mentor to Quality Engineers, inspectors, and production personnel
- Ensuring compliance with internal quality requirements, customer specifications, and industry standards
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Ocean, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering discipline
- 5+ years of relevant engineering experience with demonstrated experience in quality engineering, manufacturing quality, or production support
- Experience supporting complex electro-mechanical assemblies, integrated systems, or precision manufacturing environments
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, GD&T, dimensional inspection, and product acceptance requirements
- Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis, nonconformance management, CAPA, and structured problem-solving methodologies
- Experience developing inspection plans, defining acceptance criteria, and making risk-based quality decisions
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, 3D models, specifications, and bills of materials
- Experience collaborating across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve complex production issues
- Strong analytical, communication, and technical documentation skills with ability to influence stakeholders
- Experience in aerospace, defense, maritime, or other highly regulated engineering environments (highly desirable)
- Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, and applicable quality management system requirements (preferred)
- Experience mentoring engineers or inspectors and leading cross-functional quality improvement initiatives (preferred)
Note: This role requires U.S. Person status as defined by U.S. law due to access to export-controlled information.
