Quality Engineer Jobs in Kansas

Quality Engineer jobs in Kansas are steady and in consistent demand, concentrated in aerospace and defense manufacturing, food and beverage processing, and agricultural equipment production across Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka. Major employers with an established Kansas footprint include Spirit AeroSystems, Cessna parent Textron Aviation, and Cargill, all of which maintain ongoing quality engineering teams. The most sought-after specialties in Kansas listings are process quality, supplier quality, and AS9100 or ISO 9001 auditing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles36
Top employerTextron Aviation
Top cityWichita, KS
Cities hiring13
Work type94% On-site
Top industryEnergy

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Faith Technologies Incorporated
Quality Engineer- Mechanical
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Faith Technologies Incorporated
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Quality Engineer- Mechanical
Faith Technologies Incorporated
Olathe, Kansas
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in business
1,001-5,000

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Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics
Quality Engineer
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Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics
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Quality Engineer
Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics
Wichita, Kansas
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$75k - $95k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
51-200

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CommunityAmerica Credit Union
Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer
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CommunityAmerica Credit Union
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Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer
CommunityAmerica Credit Union
Lenexa, Kansas
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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Max Aerostructures LLC
Quality Engineer
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Max Aerostructures LLC
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Quality Engineer
Max Aerostructures LLC
Wichita, Kansas
Customer Service
Customer Support

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Faith Technologies Incorporated
Supply Quality Engineer- Mechanical
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Faith Technologies Incorporated
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Supply Quality Engineer- Mechanical
Faith Technologies Incorporated
Olathe, Kansas
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in business
1,001-5,000

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Quality Engineer Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Wichita
14 jobs
Lenexa
7 jobs
Olathe
3 jobs
Salina
3 jobs
Hays
1 job
Newton
1 job
De Soto
1 job
Parsons
1 job
Halstead
1 job

Quality Engineer Job Market in Kansas

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

Who's Hiring

Textron Aviation
Textron Aviation6 open roles
Kiewit
Kiewit3 open roles
Spirit AeroSystems
Spirit AeroSystems3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Manufacturing
  • Aerospace & Defense

What Kansas Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a closely related technical field
  • Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) credential from ASQ strongly preferred by Kansas employers
  • Hands-on experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949 quality management systems
  • Proficiency in statistical process control, FMEA, PPAP, and root cause analysis methods
  • Familiarity with aerospace, food processing, or industrial manufacturing environments common in Kansas
  • Strong documentation skills and experience using quality management software or ERP systems

Quality Engineer Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality engineer in Kansas?

Quality engineering in Kansas does not require a state-issued license, but employers consistently prioritize candidates who hold the Certified Quality Engineer credential from the American Society for Quality. The typical path starts with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering, followed by relevant work experience in a production or inspection environment. Earning the ASQ CQE designation significantly strengthens candidacy with Kansas aerospace, defense, and food manufacturing employers.

Which companies hire quality engineers in Kansas?

Kansas quality engineer roles are posted by Textron Aviation, Kiewit, and Spirit AeroSystems and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Kansas's aerospace manufacturing cluster in Wichita and its food processing and agricultural equipment sectors across the state generate consistent demand from both large employers and their regional suppliers.

Which Kansas cities have the most quality engineer jobs?

Wichita, Lenexa, and Olathe lead Kansas in quality engineer openings. Wichita drives the largest share of postings through its deep aerospace and defense manufacturing base, while Kansas City benefits from proximity to automotive supply chains, food processing facilities, and logistics operations, and Topeka adds openings through government-adjacent manufacturing and healthcare equipment suppliers in the region.

Are there remote quality engineer jobs in Kansas?

Yes, but they're rare. Quality engineering is largely a hands-on discipline tied to production floors, supplier audits, and physical inspection processes, which limits remote work. About 6% of quality engineer openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions are most commonly in supplier quality management, quality systems documentation, or internal audit coordination roles that don't require daily floor presence.

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

The most realistic entry path is a quality technician or quality inspector role, which large Kansas manufacturers such as Spirit AeroSystems and Textron Aviation use as a pipeline into junior quality engineer positions. Candidates who pair an engineering degree with an ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential stand out in early-career screenings. Community colleges in Wichita and Kansas City offer manufacturing quality coursework that appeals to employers hiring for associate-level quality roles, and lateral moves from production supervisor or metrology technician positions are common routes into the field.

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

You can find and apply to quality engineer jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kansas openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match your experience.

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