Kratos Defense and Security Solutions · 22 hours ago
Quality Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expKratos Defense and Security Solutions is focused on providing quality engineering support across various domains. The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring product and process quality through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality planning, while working cross-functionally throughout the product lifecycle.
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Responsibilities
Support product quality planning and execution across Engineering and Manufacturing
Review engineering drawings, specifications, and BOMs for quality and inspection requirements
Develop and maintain inspection plans, control plans, and acceptance criteria
Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities in accordance with AS9102
Plan & perform APQP processes per AS 9145
Develop processes, procedures, & work instructions for quality and or manufacturing
Investigate internal, supplier, and customer nonconformances (NCRs)
Lead or support root cause analysis using 8D, A3, DMAIC, or equivalent methods
Develop, implement, and verify effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Track NCR and CAPA status to closure and report trends
Provide quality engineering support to Assembly & Test operations
Support containment, disposition, and corrective action for shop-floor issues
Partner with Manufacturing and Test Engineering to improve first-time-through yield
Support process confirmation and standard work adherence
Support supplier quality activities including receiving inspection, SCARs, and corrective actions
Participate in supplier audits and performance reviews as assigned
Verify supplier compliance to quality requirements and documentation flow-down
Support resolution of supplier-related quality issues
Support Program Management with quality inputs for program reviews and risk assessments
Participate in customer audits, reviews, and technical discussions as required
Support customer quality issue resolution and communication
Ensure quality data supports program delivery commitments
Track and analyze quality metrics including NCRs, COPQ, yield, escapes, and trends
Support development of dashboards and reporting for leadership visibility
Identify systemic issues and support continuous improvement initiatives
Support Lean and Six Sigma activities related to quality improvement
Ensure compliance with AS9100D, AS9102, and internal QMS procedures
Maintain accurate quality records and documentation
Support internal and external audits as required
Ensure quality data is accurate, traceable, and audit-ready
Provides technical guidance and quality leadership through influence
Works closely with Inspectors, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain
Qualification
Required
Strong knowledge of quality engineering principles and problem-solving methods
Working knowledge of AS9100D and aerospace quality requirements
Experience with root cause analysis, CAPA, and inspection planning
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications (GD&T)
Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills
Ability to manage confidential and export-controlled information (ITAR)
Familiarity with DFMEA, PFMEA, and control plan development
Experience with statistical analysis and process capability tools
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related technical discipline
5+ years of experience in quality engineering or manufacturing quality roles
Experience supporting regulated or AS9100 environments
Preferred
Experience in aerospace, defense, propulsion, or regulated manufacturing environments
ASQ certification (CQE) or equivalent
Gauge design
Experience supporting government or defense programs
Experience working in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments
Dimensional inspections using CMM equipment in accordance with inspection plans and drawings
Perform manual inspections using precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, indicators)
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement
Company
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions provides mission critical engineering, IT services, and war fighter solutions.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$943.8MKey Investors
United States Air Force
2025-06-25Post Ipo Equity· $556M
2025-04-17Grant· $30M
2024-02-22Post Ipo Equity· $288M
Leadership Team
Eric DeMarco
President and CEO
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Ben Goodwin
SVP,Corporate Development & Government Affairs
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