Quality Engineer

KBR, Inc.

Quality Engineer supporting the development of mission assurance requirements in NASA programs. Collaborating with teams to ensure compliance and conduct inspections in the aerospace industry.

Posted 6/6/2026full-timeSanta Ana • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $134,300 - $211,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development and implementation of mission assurance requirements
Focus on supplier surveillance and inspections
Monitor processes for compliance to procedures and contractual requirements
Participate in production planning and review manufacturing flow plans
Review flight hardware records for completeness prior to acceptance testing
Conduct thorough inspections and confirm compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent experience in lieu of degree
10+ years Quality Engineering experience
Previous NASA or aerospace industry experience
Experience with GMIPS for Electronic Boards
Pre-cap inspection of hybrid microcircuits
Final workmanship inspection prior to box level final closure
Confirm shipping packaging conforms to requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

401K plan with company match
Medical, dental, vision insurance
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
Flexible spending account
Disability insurance
Paid time off
Flexible work schedule
Professional training and development

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Hard Skills & Tools

Quality EngineeringSupplier SurveillanceInspectionsCompliance MonitoringProduction PlanningManufacturing Flow PlansFlight Hardware Records ReviewAcceptance TestingGMIPS for Electronic BoardsPre-cap Inspection of Hybrid Microcircuits

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering