Quality Engineer Jobs in Colorado
Quality Engineer jobs in Colorado are in steady demand, with the strongest concentration in aerospace and defense manufacturing, medical devices, and semiconductor production. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Loveland are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by established employers such as Lockheed Martin, Ball Aerospace, and Medtronic. Openings range from entry-level inspection roles to senior process and systems quality positions, with the highest activity in AS9100 aerospace quality, FDA-regulated manufacturing, and supplier quality assurance. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The Temporary Quality Engineer IV will support risk analysis, control plans, inspection, and supplier quality, and metrology methodology activities. They also support customer requirements and all project deliverables meet customer, internal and regulatory requirements including all applicable standards.
- Bachelor's degree in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, or Related Field of Study
- Minimum eight (8) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline. OR (6) years of experience may be considered w/ a Masters Degree. OR (3) years of experience may be considered w/ a PhD.
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The Temporary Quality Engineer IV will support risk analysis, control plans, inspection, and supplier quality, and metrology methodology activities. They also support customer requirements and all project deliverables meet customer, internal and regulatory requirements including all applicable standards.
- Bachelor's degree in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, or Related Field of Study
- Minimum eight (8) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline. OR (6) years of experience may be considered w/ a Masters Degree. OR (3) years of experience may be considered w/ a PhD.
Additional Information
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Quality Engineer Job Market in Colorado
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Technology & Software
- Medical Devices
- Aerospace & Defense
- Electronics & Hardware
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a closely related technical field
- Experience with quality management systems such as ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949
- Proficiency with statistical process control, FMEA, and root cause analysis methods
- Familiarity with GD&T and coordinate measuring machine inspection processes
- Professional certification such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer preferred by many Colorado employers
- Experience supporting regulatory compliance in aerospace, medical device, or defense manufacturing environments
Quality Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality engineer in Colorado?
Most Colorado employers require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering as the starting point. Colorado does not issue a state license specifically for quality engineers, so the credential that carries the most weight with local employers is the ASQ Certified Quality Engineer designation, which requires passing the ASQ CQE exam and documenting relevant work experience. Many Colorado aerospace and defense employers also expect familiarity with AS9100 auditing from day one.
Which companies hire quality engineers in Colorado?
Employers hiring quality engineers in Colorado right now include Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, Agilent Technologies, and Leiters, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace, defense, and medical device manufacturers means these openings frequently call for sector-specific quality systems experience rather than general manufacturing backgrounds.
Which Colorado cities have the most quality engineer jobs?
Englewood, Denver, and Colorado Springs account for the largest share of quality engineer openings in Colorado. Denver and its suburbs drive volume through a broad mix of aerospace primes, contract manufacturers, and medical device companies, while Colorado Springs reflects the heavy defense and satellite manufacturing presence at facilities tied to Peterson Space Force Base, and Loveland and Fort Collins attract openings from the medical device and semiconductor corridor along the Front Range.
Are there remote quality engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality engineer work is heavily tied to production floors, inspection labs, and supplier audits, so most Colorado roles require on-site presence at least part of the week. About 30% of quality engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be supplier quality or quality systems roles where documentation, audit scheduling, and corrective action management can be handled off-site.
How can I get hired as a quality engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a quality technician or inspection technician role, which many Colorado aerospace and medical device manufacturers use as a direct pipeline into engineering-track positions. Employers such as Lockheed Martin and Medtronic run structured new-graduate and rotational programs at their Colorado facilities. Earning the ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential before applying, or completing coursework in GD&T and SPC, signals readiness to hiring managers. Community colleges across the Front Range also offer manufacturing quality certificates that align with local employer requirements.
Where can I find and apply to quality engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to quality engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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