Aerospace Quality Engineer – Satellite / Flight Hardware (Part-Time Contract)
Medium, Tacoma, WA, United States
For more than 30 years,
SQA Services
has been a leader in providing managed supplier quality services — including audits, inspections, corrective actions, remediation, and engineering support — to manufacturers across regulated industries. We deploy experienced quality professionals across the United States and in over
90 countries
to support client and supplier sites on demand.
SQA Services is seeking an
Aerospace Quality Engineer
to support a major aerospace
satellite (space flight hardware) program . This role is a
replacement position
for an ongoing project that is now moving forward.
This is a
0.8 FTE contract role (approximately 32 hours per week / 4 days per week) . The position requires a
hands‑on, floor‑based QE
with strong experience supporting
flight hardware ,
WOAs , and quality oversight in production environments.
The ideal candidate is
proactive, detail‑oriented, and experienced in major aerospace workmanship standards , capable of supporting documentation review, nonconformance management, and overall quality execution while the internal team ramps up.
Key Responsibilities
Provide
on‑the‑floor quality engineering support
for major aerospace
satellite / space flight hardware production
Review and validate
Work Order Authorizations (WOAs) , procedures, travelers, and internal documentation
Ensure compliance with major aerospace
workmanship standards , AS9100, and program requirements
Review, document, and support disposition of
nonconformances (NCRs)
Support
in‑process, final, and first article inspections
Identify risks, gaps, and potential quality escapes; take proactive corrective action
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve issues
Support
quality system adherence, documentation control, and process improvement
Required Qualifications
5+ years
of experience as a
Quality Engineer
supporting
aerospace or space flight hardware
Direct experience working on
satellite or major aerospace‑related programs
Experience supporting
actuators, gas generators, or mortar systems
Strong hands‑on experience with
WOAs, travelers, procedures, and NCRs
Working knowledge of
NASA workmanship standards , including:
IPC‑A‑610 / J‑STD‑001
IPC‑620 w/ Space Addendum
or
NASA‑STD‑8739.4
NASA‑STD‑8739.1B
Comfortable working
on the manufacturing floor
with flight hardware
Strong understanding of
AS9100 and aerospace quality systems
Strong communication and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
Current or prior major aerospace
workmanship certifications
(training can be provided if experience aligns)
Experience supporting
satellite subsystems, propulsion components, or flight assemblies
Familiarity with
risk analysis, root cause analysis, and corrective actions (RCCA, FMEA)
Experience working in
high‑visibility or recovery/stabilization environments
Familiarity with
environmental testing
(TVAC, vibration, EMC)
$50 - $60 an hour
50% hourly rate for any travel time ('p2p')
Mileage reimbursement at the US gov't rate (0.72) per mile driven. Untaxed.
Note:
SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
This position requires access to ITAR‑controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.
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SQA Services
has been a leader in providing managed supplier quality services — including audits, inspections, corrective actions, remediation, and engineering support — to manufacturers across regulated industries. We deploy experienced quality professionals across the United States and in over
90 countries
to support client and supplier sites on demand.
SQA Services is seeking an
Aerospace Quality Engineer
to support a major aerospace
satellite (space flight hardware) program . This role is a
replacement position
for an ongoing project that is now moving forward.
This is a
0.8 FTE contract role (approximately 32 hours per week / 4 days per week) . The position requires a
hands‑on, floor‑based QE
with strong experience supporting
flight hardware ,
WOAs , and quality oversight in production environments.
The ideal candidate is
proactive, detail‑oriented, and experienced in major aerospace workmanship standards , capable of supporting documentation review, nonconformance management, and overall quality execution while the internal team ramps up.
Key Responsibilities
Provide
on‑the‑floor quality engineering support
for major aerospace
satellite / space flight hardware production
Review and validate
Work Order Authorizations (WOAs) , procedures, travelers, and internal documentation
Ensure compliance with major aerospace
workmanship standards , AS9100, and program requirements
Review, document, and support disposition of
nonconformances (NCRs)
Support
in‑process, final, and first article inspections
Identify risks, gaps, and potential quality escapes; take proactive corrective action
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve issues
Support
quality system adherence, documentation control, and process improvement
Required Qualifications
5+ years
of experience as a
Quality Engineer
supporting
aerospace or space flight hardware
Direct experience working on
satellite or major aerospace‑related programs
Experience supporting
actuators, gas generators, or mortar systems
Strong hands‑on experience with
WOAs, travelers, procedures, and NCRs
Working knowledge of
NASA workmanship standards , including:
IPC‑A‑610 / J‑STD‑001
IPC‑620 w/ Space Addendum
or
NASA‑STD‑8739.4
NASA‑STD‑8739.1B
Comfortable working
on the manufacturing floor
with flight hardware
Strong understanding of
AS9100 and aerospace quality systems
Strong communication and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
Current or prior major aerospace
workmanship certifications
(training can be provided if experience aligns)
Experience supporting
satellite subsystems, propulsion components, or flight assemblies
Familiarity with
risk analysis, root cause analysis, and corrective actions (RCCA, FMEA)
Experience working in
high‑visibility or recovery/stabilization environments
Familiarity with
environmental testing
(TVAC, vibration, EMC)
$50 - $60 an hour
50% hourly rate for any travel time ('p2p')
Mileage reimbursement at the US gov't rate (0.72) per mile driven. Untaxed.
Note:
SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
This position requires access to ITAR‑controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.
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