Sierra Nevada Corporation

Quality Engineer II (For Summer 2026 SNC Interns Only)

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Location: Hagerstown, MD
Type: USA internships

About this role

From Sierra Nevada Corporation’s careers page.

Do you have the skills, expertise and passion that it takes to be a top-notch quality engineer? Join our team and take your career to new heights! The Quality Engineer II will ensure adherence to stringent quality standards for our products and production processes. This role involves leading quality initiatives, conducting audits, and implementing corrective actions based on statistical analysis and industry best practices.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

Lead and drive quality improvement initiatives across the production lifecycle.
Plan, conduct, and lead internal and external quality audits.
Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to address quality issues.
Design and refine processes and mechanisms to enhance product quality and efficiency.
Mentor and train junior engineers and production staff on quality standards and processes.
Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure quality standards are met and maintained.
Ensure all activities comply with relevant industry standards and regulations.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
2+ Years experience as a Quality Engineer or in a related field.
Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of related experience is required.
Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Knowledge and utilization of AS9100, ISO 9001 and other applicable Military and statutory standards and specifications.
Proficiency in statistical analysis and quality management systems (QMS).
Strong leadership and project management skills.
The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Qualifications We Prefer:

Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.
Certified Auditor or equivalent experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Good computer skills including Microsoft Office and database experience.
Statistical analysis experience.
Experience participating in external audits as guide.
Six Sigma Black Belt.

Essential Functions:

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
Requirement to be on feet for a significant portion of the work shift.
Majority of work hours spent on a computer.
Hand/finger dexterity for using testing and inspection tools.
Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
Occasional travel may be required for audits and supplier visits.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $78,310.18 - $107,676.50. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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