Quality Engineer III

About the role

Amentum is hiring a Quality Engineer III for the Kennedy Propellants and Life Support Services (KPLSS II) program at Kennedy Space Center, Florida. The engineer plans and directs quality activities covering the development, application and maintenance of quality standards for processing materials into finished products, with strong emphasis on quality assurance and quality control.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise quality projects and major phases, coordinating technical support staff, and lead quality assurance and quality control support on assigned programs and areas
• Develop and apply advanced quality assurance/control theories and research techniques to solve complex technical problems, and conduct or support complex investigations and tests
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and act as liaison with outside suppliers on specifications for purchased items
• Develop corrective actions using root cause analysis, track nonconformance and corrective/preventive actions, and develop metrics and performance indicators
• Perform internal audits, review drawings, procedures, procurement documents and quality control reports, and prepare plans, specifications and cost estimates
• Provide technical consultation to supervisors, engineers and technicians, and advise other departments
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures and government regulations, and comply with the Amentum Quality Policy

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in quality, safety, physical science or engineering with at least 5 years of experience
• At least 3 years of experience managing quality-related data
• Good oral and written communication skills, organizational skills and attention to detail
• U.S. citizenship for unescorted access to restricted areas, and ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI); security clearance may be required
• Valid driver's license to drive around Kennedy Space Center; position may require travel
• Local candidates preferred; no relocation allowance provided

Required skills

• Working knowledge of MS Office and integrated software applications
• Preferred: root cause analysis methods and software, corrective action tracking software, hazard analysis and risk assessment, ISO 9001 program development, auditor/lead auditor certificate, and NACE inspector certification

What we offer

• Salary range of $90,000-$110,000
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, educational reimbursement, parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, disability and life insurance, and pet insurance