Lead Quality Engineer

Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc.
Boston, MA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for quality professionals who engineer processes and manage mission-critical aerospace projects, with a preference for on-site work in Lynn, MA.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with aerospace and defense quality experience who can manage inspection planning and corrective actions independently
    — “At least 3 years of aerospace and defense quality experience”
  • Individuals who thrive in collaborative environments and can contribute to complex, safety-critical projects
    — “This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and big thinkers thrive.”
  • Professionals with a background in interpreting technical drawings and ensuring compliance with industry standards
    — “Interpret drawings, specifications, tolerances, and customer inspection requirements.”

Things to consider

  • US citizenship is a mandatory requirement, not a preference
    — “U.S. citizenship.”
  • The role requires on-site presence in Lynn, MA, with no remote flexibility indicated
    — “Location: Onsite in Lynn, MA.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with FAI documentation and traceability in your resume and interviews
    — “Prepare and review FAI, in-process, and final inspection records, maintaining traceability.”
  • Emphasize your ability to implement and validate corrective actions using objective evidence
    — “Verify implementation and effectiveness using objective evidence”
  • Showcase your skills in root-cause analysis and quality issue investigation
    — “Investigate quality issues using structured root-cause analysis.”
  • Demonstrate your ability to work independently and manage quality actions effectively
    — “Ability to work independently on site.”
  • Include any relevant aerospace certifications, such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
    — “ASQ Certified Quality Engineer.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • Develop inspection plans
  • Investigate quality issues
  • Support audits
Typical background
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering3+ years of aerospace and defense quality experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Quality EngineeringAerospace And Defense Quality ExperienceInspection PlanningFAI Documentation

Preferred

ASQ Certified Quality EngineerGE Aerospace Quality Experience

Stack & domain

Inspection PlanningFAI DocumentationDrawing InterpretationCorrective ActionsAerospace StandardsQuality EngineeringASQ Certified Quality EngineerAerospaceDefense

About the role

Original posting from Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc.

We don’t just build technology—we engineer the future. From next-gen aerospace to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the limits of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and big thinkers thrive.  

Quest Defense seeks experienced Quality Engineers to support operations in Lynn, Massachusetts. Assignments include daily shop quality support, first article inspection review, and corrective-action implementation and validation.

Location: Onsite in Lynn, MA. 

Citizenship: Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required. 

Responsibilities

Develop inspection plans and select appropriate inspection methods and measurement equipment.

Interpret drawings, specifications, tolerances, and customer inspection requirements.

Prepare and review FAI, in-process, and final inspection records, maintaining traceability.

Investigate quality issues using structured root-cause analysis.

Track overdue FAI and QEM actions, verify implementation and effectiveness using objective evidence, and coordinate read-across across applicable parts, processes, and programs.

Support audits, customer quality requirements, and applicable aerospace standards.

Maintain action status and escalate unresolved issues.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering.

At least 3 years of aerospace and defense quality experience.

Experience with inspection planning, FAI documentation, drawing interpretation, and corrective actions.

Clear communication, accurate documentation, and ability to work independently on site.

U.S. citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer.

GE Aerospace quality experience, including SPS and the applicable corrective-action system.

Experience reducing FAI backlogs and recurring quality escapes.

The QDSS Advantage:   

At QDSS, our advantage is purpose-driven work, collaborative teams, and complex challenges that push boundaries and build lasting impact. You’ll grow your career while contributing to mission-critical programs that demand excellence and shape the future.  

What You’ll Find Here  

Work That Matters – Next-generation, safety- and mission-critical projects where your contributions have real-world impact.  

Growth That’s Supported – Competitive compensation, employer-matched 401(k), certification assistance, and clear opportunities for advancement.  

A Culture That Works – A flexible, collaborative, and people-first environment where teamwork, innovation, and balance are valued.  

Benefits Include  

Competitive pay, comprehensive medical/dental/life and disability coverage, 401(k) with employer match, professional development support, and a flexible, friendly workplace.  

Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications

Pay Ranges$75,000—$95,000 USDAt Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don’t just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we’re not just leading the industry — we’re revolutionizing it.

Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Source: Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc. careers

Similar roles