Program Quality Engineer Jobs
Program Quality Engineer jobs are open across aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and defense manufacturing, from entry-level to senior and principal, with specializations in supplier quality, process validation, and quality management systems. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Description
Position: Program Quality Engineer
Location: Huntsville, AL
Make an Impact with Leidos
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the dedication of our diverse and talented teams. United by a shared commitment to our customers’ success, we empower our people, support our communities, and operate sustainably. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide every aspect of our work, ensuring we do the right thing—for our customers, our people, and the world around us.
Join a Team Committed to a Mission
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the dedication of our diverse and talented people who are passionate about supporting our customers’ success. We empower our teams, strengthen our communities, and operate sustainably—always guided by our Mission, Vision, and Values. Everything we do reflects our commitment to doing what’s right for our customers, our people, and the world around us.
The Leidos Defense Sector is seeking an experienced Program Quality Engineer to support our Manufacturing portfolio in Huntsville, AL. In this role, you will serve as a quality engineering lead for assigned programs, ensuring products meet contractual, customer, and AS9100 requirements while driving continuous improvement across manufacturing and the supply base.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Quality Engineering & Requirements Flowdown
- Serve as the primary quality engineering interface for assigned programs.
- Develop program quality plans, inspection plans, and supporting process documentation.
- Flow down contractual quality requirements to manufacturing and suppliers.
- Provide quality input to aviation manuals, forms, and technical records.
- Communicate quality performance, trends, and issues to program and Quality leadership.
Product Conformance, Inspection & Material Review
- Perform and disposition AS9102 First Article Inspections and supplier part approvals.
- Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities and nonconformance disposition.
- Provide technical guidance to inspectors and quality technicians.
- Support internal, external, and customer audits, including AS9100 surveillance audits.
Quality Data, Metrics & Statistical Analysis
- Develop and maintain process capability studies, control charts, and measurement system analyses (MSA).
- Build and analyze statistical data sets to identify trends affecting product quality.
- Deliver metrics and actionable quality insights to program and operations leadership.
Root Cause Analysis & Continuous Improvement
- Lead structured problem-solving using 8D, 5-Why, and other proven methodologies.
- Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and verify their effectiveness.
- Lead and support Kaizen, Lean, and Six Sigma initiatives to improve product and process quality.
Customer, Supplier & Government Engagement
- Partner directly with customers to resolve quality issues and identify improvement opportunities.
- Serve as a quality interface with DCMA and other government quality organizations.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure requirements are met and corrective actions are effectively implemented.
- Travel occasionally to Leidos and supplier facilities as required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field with 8+ years of experience (Additional related experience, training, and/or certifications may substitute degree requirement.)
-
Experience in manufacturing or product-based quality engineering, including working knowledge of:
- AS9100 / ISO 9001 standards
- AS9102 First Article Inspection
- Engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T
- Government and customer quality assurance requirements
- Demonstrated experience with root cause analysis and corrective action.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to produce clear, accurate technical documentation.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to brief stakeholders and customers.
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as program needs require.
Clearance Requirement
- US Citizen; Currently possessing an Active DoD Secret security clearance or ability to obtain/maintain upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree with 6+ years of related experience.
- Quality engineering experience in AS9100/ISO 9001 defense, aerospace, or automotive manufacturing environments.
- Experience with aerospace systems, aircraft development, or missile programs.
- Familiarity with FAR/DFARS requirements or DoD program execution.
- Experience compiling End Item Data Packages (EIDPs).
- Experience with FMEA/PFMEA and other risk-based quality tools.
- Experience with manufacturing or inspection automation.
- Certifications such as ASQ CQE, Six Sigma Green or Black Belt, or AS9100 Lead Auditor.
Ready to make an impact? Start your next career chapter with Leidos- apply today!
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
November 13, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Description
Position: Program Quality Engineer
Location: Huntsville, AL
Make an Impact with Leidos
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the dedication of our diverse and talented teams. United by a shared commitment to our customers’ success, we empower our people, support our communities, and operate sustainably. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide every aspect of our work, ensuring we do the right thing—for our customers, our people, and the world around us.
Join a Team Committed to a Mission
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the dedication of our diverse and talented people who are passionate about supporting our customers’ success. We empower our teams, strengthen our communities, and operate sustainably—always guided by our Mission, Vision, and Values. Everything we do reflects our commitment to doing what’s right for our customers, our people, and the world around us.
The Leidos Defense Sector is seeking an experienced Program Quality Engineer to support our Manufacturing portfolio in Huntsville, AL. In this role, you will serve as a quality engineering lead for assigned programs, ensuring products meet contractual, customer, and AS9100 requirements while driving continuous improvement across manufacturing and the supply base.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Quality Engineering & Requirements Flowdown
- Serve as the primary quality engineering interface for assigned programs.
- Develop program quality plans, inspection plans, and supporting process documentation.
- Flow down contractual quality requirements to manufacturing and suppliers.
- Provide quality input to aviation manuals, forms, and technical records.
- Communicate quality performance, trends, and issues to program and Quality leadership.
Product Conformance, Inspection & Material Review
- Perform and disposition AS9102 First Article Inspections and supplier part approvals.
- Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities and nonconformance disposition.
- Provide technical guidance to inspectors and quality technicians.
- Support internal, external, and customer audits, including AS9100 surveillance audits.
Quality Data, Metrics & Statistical Analysis
- Develop and maintain process capability studies, control charts, and measurement system analyses (MSA).
- Build and analyze statistical data sets to identify trends affecting product quality.
- Deliver metrics and actionable quality insights to program and operations leadership.
Root Cause Analysis & Continuous Improvement
- Lead structured problem-solving using 8D, 5-Why, and other proven methodologies.
- Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and verify their effectiveness.
- Lead and support Kaizen, Lean, and Six Sigma initiatives to improve product and process quality.
Customer, Supplier & Government Engagement
- Partner directly with customers to resolve quality issues and identify improvement opportunities.
- Serve as a quality interface with DCMA and other government quality organizations.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure requirements are met and corrective actions are effectively implemented.
- Travel occasionally to Leidos and supplier facilities as required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field with 8+ years of experience (Additional related experience, training, and/or certifications may substitute degree requirement.)
-
Experience in manufacturing or product-based quality engineering, including working knowledge of:
- AS9100 / ISO 9001 standards
- AS9102 First Article Inspection
- Engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T
- Government and customer quality assurance requirements
- Demonstrated experience with root cause analysis and corrective action.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to produce clear, accurate technical documentation.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to brief stakeholders and customers.
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as program needs require.
Clearance Requirement
- US Citizen; Currently possessing an Active DoD Secret security clearance or ability to obtain/maintain upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree with 6+ years of related experience.
- Quality engineering experience in AS9100/ISO 9001 defense, aerospace, or automotive manufacturing environments.
- Experience with aerospace systems, aircraft development, or missile programs.
- Familiarity with FAR/DFARS requirements or DoD program execution.
- Experience compiling End Item Data Packages (EIDPs).
- Experience with FMEA/PFMEA and other risk-based quality tools.
- Experience with manufacturing or inspection automation.
- Certifications such as ASQ CQE, Six Sigma Green or Black Belt, or AS9100 Lead Auditor.
Ready to make an impact? Start your next career chapter with Leidos- apply today!
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
November 13, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin15
- BAE Systems USA11
- Raytheon10
- Leidos5
- O-I (Owens-Illinois)3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in program quality engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality, or a related technical discipline
- Experience with quality management systems such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or AS9100
- Proficiency in root cause analysis tools including 8D, FMEA, and CAPA
- Familiarity with statistical process control and measurement system analysis
- Experience conducting supplier audits, incoming inspections, or quality reviews
- Certified Quality Engineer or Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt credential preferred
Tips for Your Program Quality Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to quality systems
Highlight the specific quality standards you've worked under, such as AS9100, ISO 9001, or IATF 16949, and name the corrective action tools you've used. Generic quality experience won't stand out the way documented systems expertise does.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists program quality engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify your defect reduction results
Hiring managers want to see outcomes, not just responsibilities. Replace vague statements with figures that show how your FMEA work, root cause analysis, or audit findings translated into measurable reductions in scrap, rework, or non-conformances.
Filter for industry-specific quality roles
Medical device and aerospace employers post under different compliance frameworks than automotive or general manufacturing. Search by industry keyword alongside the job title so you only see openings where your certification background actually transfers.
Prepare for scenario-based technical interviews
Expect interviewers to present a real supplier non-conformance or a failed inspection scenario and ask how you'd handle it. Walk through your 8D or CAPA process step by step, naming the tools and documentation you'd use at each stage.
Negotiate using total compensation, not just base
Program quality roles in regulated industries often include certification reimbursement, travel allowances, or performance bonuses tied to quality metrics. Ask about all components before accepting, since the base offer alone can understate total value.
Program Quality Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most program quality engineers?
The companies hiring the most program quality engineers right now include Lockheed Martin, BAE Systems USA, and Raytheon, with the largest share of openings in Alabama, Arizona, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Aerospace, automotive, and medical device manufacturers consistently account for the highest concentration of openings.
How many program quality engineer jobs are remote?
About 54% of program quality engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the role is more on-site than most engineering functions. Quality roles that focus on supplier development, documentation systems, or quality management system auditing tend to have the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to production floor oversight are almost always on-site.
How do you become a program quality engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, or a closely related engineering field. Build hands-on experience in quality inspection, process control, or supplier management, ideally within a regulated industry like aerospace, automotive, or medical devices. Earning a quality certification such as a Certified Quality Engineer credential or a Six Sigma belt makes candidates significantly more competitive at the program-level and senior stages of this career path.
Can you get a program quality engineer job without much experience?
Entry points into program quality engineering typically come through quality technician, quality inspector, or manufacturing engineer roles where you gain exposure to corrective action processes, audits, and quality systems. Internships inside regulated industries carry real weight because employers in aerospace and medical devices value documented exposure to their compliance frameworks. A relevant certification obtained early, even before your first full-time role, signals seriousness to hiring teams reviewing early-career applications.
What does the program quality engineer interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds starting with a recruiter screen focused on your quality systems background and industry experience. A technical round follows, usually with a quality manager or engineering lead, where you'll work through a real or hypothetical non-conformance scenario using tools like FMEA or CAPA. Final rounds often include a panel with cross-functional stakeholders from manufacturing, supply chain, or program management who assess how you communicate quality issues to non-quality audiences.
Where can I find and apply to program quality engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to program quality engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background and certification level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience.
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