Quality Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level)
The Boeing Company
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Huntsville, AL · Posted November 12, 2026
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About the job
Quality Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level)
Company:
Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has exciting opportunitites for a Quality Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level) to join our team located in Huntsville, AL!
This is an on-site position that may be located on B or C shift.
Shift B Monday – Thursday 4:30PM – 3:00AM
Shift C Friday – Sunday 6:00AM – 6:30PM
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 .
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.
Position Responsibilities:
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
This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US 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 Engineering Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry
Experience with Root Cause Corrective Action
Experience working with Non-Conformance (NCR) processes
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
3+ years of experience presenting technical briefings to various audiences
1+ years' experience performing line stock checks
1+ years' experience leading or managing projects and/or teams
Active U.S. Security Clearance
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
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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 5% travel.
Shift:
The candidate must be able to work any shift assigned.
Pay & Benefits:
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: $83,300 – $112,700
Summary pay range for Mid-Level - Level 3: $100,300 – $135,700
Language Requirements: Not Applicable
Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Export Control Requirement:
Safety Sensitive:
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.
Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift: Shift 2 (United States of America)
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