Sr. Customer Quality Engineer

Attalon is a U.S.-based aerospace and defense technology company formed through the 2025 carve-out of Coherent's Aerospace & Defense division by Advent International. Attalon designs and manufactures mission-critical optical systems, precision coatings, and advanced laser subsystems for ISR&T, space, missiles, and directed energy applications.The Sr. Customer Quality Engineer is a professional who, in support of, and under limited supervision of the Quality Assurance Manager, can understand and apply the principles of product and service quality evaluation and control. This body of knowledge and applied technologies include, but are not limited to: Probability, Statistical Quality Control and Design of Experiments; Metrology, Inspection and Test; Audit of Quality Systems for deficiency identification and correction; Human factors and motivation; and Quality Information Systems.ResponsibilitiesAssist the Quality Assurance Manager with development and operation of Quality Systems.Review proposed contracts, products and processes to avoid or eliminate unnecessary quality difficulties.Plan the quality measurements and controls on materials, processes, and product that provides adequate control of quality at minimum quality related costs.Determine that manufacturing processes have sufficient capability to meet quality requirements.Analyze quality information and feedback analyses and recommendations for adjustment to product design, manufacturing processes, equipment, and the quality system.Inspection of optical components and hardwareProvide leadership in the application of statistical methods to diagnose and correct improper quality practices, workmanship and process problems.On behalf of the Quality Assurance Manager, carry out essential steps in establishing and maintaining the company quality system.Minimum QualificationsMinimum 8+ years of experience in one or more branches of Quality Assurance or Manufacturing EngineeringPreferred QualificationsStrong skills in inspection, writing, interpersonal communicationsKnowledge of Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Statistical MethodsGood interpersonal skills and ability to work with challenging customers and suppliersUnderstanding Mil-Specs, ANSI, ISO etc.Skilled with interferometers, spectrophotometers, calipers, micrometers, Coordinate Measurement Machines, lasers and electronic test equipmentAmerican Society for Quality certification as a Quality Engineer preferredFor California, the hourly base pay range for this role is $116,100 - $159,580 per year.Please note this range is provided as a general guideline. When determining an offer, Attalon takes into account multiple factors, including (but not limited to) the responsibilities of the position, your professional experience, education and training, specialized skills, and current market and business conditions.Equal Opportunity Employer StatementAttalon, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.Export Control ComplianceThis role involves access to technology, materials, software, or hardware subject to U.S. export control laws. Therefore, to be considered, candidates must be classified as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or be eligible for authorization under a U.S. government export license.