A natural match if you have aerospace and defense quality experience and can work onsite in Lynn, MA.
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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 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.
At 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.