Quality Engineer Jobs in Florida

Quality Engineer jobs in Florida are in strong demand, with active hiring across aerospace and defense, medical devices, semiconductors, and food and beverage manufacturing at levels ranging from entry-level quality technician to senior quality manager. The largest concentrations of openings are in Orlando, Tampa, and Miami, where established employers such as Lockheed Martin, Medtronic, and Danaher maintain significant Florida operations. The most sought-after specialties include AS9100 and ISO 13485 quality systems, supplier quality, and six sigma-driven process improvement. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles147+
Top employerLockheed Martin
Top cityOrlando, FL
Cities hiring54
Work type72% On-site
Top industryEnergy

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Collins Aerospace
Senior Quality Engineer III (Onsite)
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Senior Quality Engineer III (Onsite)
Collins Aerospace
Melbourne, Florida
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$87k - $165k/yr
On-Site
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
10,000+

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Interactive Resources
Principal Quality Assurance Engineer
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Principal Quality Assurance Engineer
Interactive Resources
Gainesville, Florida
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering
201-500

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Applied AI Engineer Intern - Advancing Agent Quality
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Applied AI Engineer Intern - Advancing Agent Quality
Brightstar
Miami, Florida
Business Development
Business Strategy
Partnerships & Business Development

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Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida
Quality Assurance and Quality Control Engineer
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Quality Assurance and Quality Control Engineer
Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida
Belle Glade, Florida
Logistics & Fleet Management
Project Management
HACCP Certification
201-500

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Lockheed Martin
Quality Engineer Sr - E3
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Quality Engineer Sr - E3
Lockheed Martin
Merritt Island, Florida
Customer Service
Customer Success
Technical Program Management
$85k - $158k/yr
Six Sigma Certification
10,000+

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Quality Engineer Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Orlando
35 jobs
Tampa
8 jobs
Clearwater
8 jobs
Melbourne
7 jobs
Jupiter
6 jobs
Ocala
4 jobs
Fort Pierce
4 jobs
Jacksonville
4 jobs
Saint Petersburg
4 jobs

Quality Engineer Job Market in Florida

A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Lockheed Martin
    Lockheed Martin29
  • Siemens Energy
    Siemens Energy5
  • Blue Origin
    Blue Origin4
  • Honeywell Aerospace
    Honeywell Aerospace4
  • Power Systems MFG.
    Power Systems MFG.4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Technology & Software

What Florida Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality engineer jobs across Florida.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field required
  • Experience with quality management systems such as ISO 9001, AS9100, or ISO 13485
  • Proficiency in statistical process control, root cause analysis, and corrective action methods
  • Hands-on experience with inspection tools, metrology equipment, and GD&T interpretation
  • Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) credential from ASQ preferred by many Florida employers
  • Familiarity with FDA regulatory requirements relevant to Florida's medical device sector

Quality Engineer Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality engineer in Florida?

Becoming a quality engineer in Florida typically starts with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, or a related engineering discipline. Florida does not require a state-issued license specifically for quality engineers, but most employers expect or prefer the Certified Quality Engineer credential offered by the American Society for Quality. Gaining experience in Florida's dominant industries, particularly aerospace, medical devices, or food manufacturing, strengthens your candidacy considerably.

Which companies hire quality engineers in Florida?

Employers hiring quality engineers in Florida right now include Lockheed Martin, Siemens Energy, and Blue Origin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Florida's mix of aerospace contractors near Orlando, medical device manufacturers in the Tampa Bay corridor, and defense primes along the Space Coast means quality engineering roles appear across a wide range of industries and company sizes.

Which Florida cities have the most quality engineer jobs?

Orlando, Tampa, and Clearwater have the most quality engineer openings in Florida. Orlando and its surrounding Space Coast corridor drive demand through aerospace and defense contractors, while Tampa's concentration of medical device companies and diversified manufacturers anchors hiring in the west, and Miami's role as a logistics and aviation hub adds openings in industries where regulatory compliance and inspection are central to operations.

Are there remote quality engineer jobs in Florida?

Yes, but they're rare. Quality engineering is fundamentally a hands-on discipline tied to production floors, inspection labs, and supplier facilities, so most roles require on-site presence. About 28% of quality engineer openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote work most common in supplier quality audit coordination, quality systems documentation, and compliance-focused roles that do not require physical access to equipment or product.

How can I get hired as a quality engineer in Florida with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a quality technician or quality inspector role, which large Florida manufacturers in aerospace and medical devices routinely use to develop talent. Employers such as Lockheed Martin and Medtronic, along with contract manufacturers throughout the Tampa and Orlando corridors, hire candidates from engineering technology programs and community college graduates. Earning your ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential before applying, or completing a co-op through a Florida university engineering program, gives candidates a measurable edge over others with no direct quality experience.

Where can I find and apply to quality engineer jobs in Florida?

You can find and apply to quality engineer jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings across aerospace, medical devices, manufacturing, and defense. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.

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