Senior Quality Engineer

Company Description Aerojet Rocketdyne is now part of L3Harris Technologies, a global leader in aerospace and defense technology. Under the L3Harris umbrella, the company continues to drive innovation in propulsion and related systems for critical missions. Team members benefit from the resources, stability, and growth opportunities of a large, advanced technology organization. Prospective applicants can expect a collaborative environment focused on engineering excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. Following L3Harris Technologies provides insight into ongoing projects and future advancements.

Role Description The Senior Quality Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Redmond, WA. This position is responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining quality processes to ensure products meet internal standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines. Day-to-day work includes performing root cause analysis of nonconformances, developing corrective and preventive actions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain. The Senior Quality Engineer will review and approve quality documentation, conduct audits, monitor key performance indicators, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the product lifecycle. This role also involves mentoring less experienced team members, contributing to risk assessments, and engaging with customers and suppliers on quality-related matters.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Quality Engineering, including design for quality, failure mode analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience in Quality Assurance and Quality Control to establish standards, perform inspections, and verify compliance throughout production.
• Expertise in Quality Management and Product Quality, including managing quality systems, metrics, and product qualification activities.
• Proficiency with quality tools and methodologies such as root cause analysis, FMEA, SPC, Six Sigma, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline; advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CQE, CQA) are beneficial.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries, with knowledge of relevant standards and customer requirements.
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive process improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to work on-site in a hands-on manufacturing and test environment, managing multiple priorities with attention to detail.