Quality Engineer Jobs in Virginia
Quality Engineer jobs in Virginia are in strong demand, concentrated in defense contracting, aerospace, federal systems integration, and advanced manufacturing, with openings at every level from entry-level inspectors through senior quality systems leads. Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Hampton Roads are the busiest hiring markets, anchored by large employers such as Northrop Grumman, Leidos, and BAE Systems that maintain long-term engineering operations across the state. The most sought-after specialties are AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality management systems, supplier quality assurance, and non-destructive testing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for the assessment, development, and evaluation of manufacturing and quality capabilities of Liebherr’s supply base. Maintains smooth operations of materials suppliers. The SQE applies quality methods, statistical analysis, understanding of requirements, problem solving, and development of the supplier’s processes and capabilities. May perform supplier systems and process audits, value engineering activities, cost down projects and implement new strategies.
- For consideration, all candidates must apply through our online career portal to be considered for this opportunity. Please note that resumes submitted via email will not be reviewed.
- This position is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Responsibilities
Essential Job Duties:
Level I:
- Acquires job skills and learns policies, procedures and work instructions to complete routine tasks.
- Works on assignments routine in nature, requiring limited judgement.Routinely interact with cross-functional groups within the Liebherr organization.
- Act as the liaison between suppliers and Liebherr for quality, production, and process capability related concerns.
- Identify, investigate, analyze and correct problems in purchased product quality, production and control at supplier and Liebherr manufacturing locations.
- Apply and promote Quality tools and techniques.
- Conduct cross functional audits, generate reports and follow up with corrective action. Analyze data, develop reports and quality metrics.
- Facilitate Root Cause Analysis, Corrective, and Preventive actions within the organization.
- Develop quality and technical documentation.
- Support production operation for quality related issues.
- Has basic role in decision making.
- Works with some supervision.
- Receives detailed instructions on work.
Level 2:
- All duties of Engineer Level 1 plus:
- Applies acquired job skills, policies, procedures and work instructions to complete tasks.
- Requires instructions on a few assignments.
- Drive quality and process improvements throughout the organization.
- Monitor supplier performance and scorecards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality and process improvements.
- Apply quality tools and techniques to analyze and evaluate quality problems and implement solutions.
- Collect, analyze data, develop metrics and reports using basic statistical methods.
Level 3:
- All duties of Engineer Levels 1 and 2 plus:
- Utilizes substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks.
- Requires minimal supervision.
- Works on assignments that are moderately difficult and require judgement in resolving issues or in making recommendations.
- Skilled in planning, managing, directing resources and managing projects.
- Has the ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
Level 4 (Senior):
- All duties of Engineer Levels 1, 2 and 3 plus:
- Completion of difficult technical assignments applying comprehensive knowledge of engineering, quality, and project management principles,
- practices, and procedures in supply chain management.
- Requires little to no supervision.
- Effectively communicates and manages projects with Suppliers, Purchasing and Engineering.
- Oversee assignments of Levels 1, 2 and 3 SQE’s.
- Assists with the review and evaluation of personnel performance and provides feedback.
- Plans and assigns personnel for projects and/or tasks.
- Applies comprehensive knowledge of statistical analysis and APQP methodology.
Competencies
Education and Experience:
Level 3:
Bachelor’s degree from four-year college, engineering related discipline preferred, with two to four years related experience, or equivalent combination of education or experience in a manufacturing, engineering or quality field.
Level 4 (Senior):
Bachelor’s degree from four-year college, engineering related discipline preferred, with four to six years of applicable experience in, or equivalent combination of education and experience in a manufacturing, engineering or quality field.
Additional Requirements:
- Is expected to travel nationally and internationally up to 25% to customer or supplier sites.
- Ability to complete and maintain mine certifications or safety training such as Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) hazard training.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and passport.
- This position is working from home eligible.
Our Offer
Pay Range: $100,000 - $108,000
An interesting and ambitious role in a successful international company. We offer a secure work environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and personal days and competitive salary.
Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Thomas Steele.
Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
If you are a California resident, please visit Liebherr USA, Co. Privacy Statement for more information regarding how Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates collect and process your personal information.
One Passion. Many Opportunities.
The company
In line with its international growth, Liebherr’s venture into the United States began in 1970. Within a couple of years, the company expanded and completed its production facilities in Newport News, Virginia, for its product line of hydraulic excavators. It was later converted into Liebherr’s manufacturing facility for mining trucks and remains home to Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. In addition to its production facility, Liebherr markets a wide variety of products and technologies its companies located across the United States. The companies are Liebherr-Aerospace Saline, Inc., Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc., Liebherr Automation Systems, Co., and Liebherr USA, Co., the umbrella company for eight divisions that are positioned across the United States.
Location
Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co.
4100 Chestnut Avenue
23607 Newport News, VA
United States (US)
Contact
Thomas Steele
lus-recruiting@liebherr.com
The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for the assessment, development, and evaluation of manufacturing and quality capabilities of Liebherr’s supply base. Maintains smooth operations of materials suppliers. The SQE applies quality methods, statistical analysis, understanding of requirements, problem solving, and development of the supplier’s processes and capabilities. May perform supplier systems and process audits, value engineering activities, cost down projects and implement new strategies.
- For consideration, all candidates must apply through our online career portal to be considered for this opportunity. Please note that resumes submitted via email will not be reviewed.
- This position is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Responsibilities
Essential Job Duties:
Level I:
- Acquires job skills and learns policies, procedures and work instructions to complete routine tasks.
- Works on assignments routine in nature, requiring limited judgement.Routinely interact with cross-functional groups within the Liebherr organization.
- Act as the liaison between suppliers and Liebherr for quality, production, and process capability related concerns.
- Identify, investigate, analyze and correct problems in purchased product quality, production and control at supplier and Liebherr manufacturing locations.
- Apply and promote Quality tools and techniques.
- Conduct cross functional audits, generate reports and follow up with corrective action. Analyze data, develop reports and quality metrics.
- Facilitate Root Cause Analysis, Corrective, and Preventive actions within the organization.
- Develop quality and technical documentation.
- Support production operation for quality related issues.
- Has basic role in decision making.
- Works with some supervision.
- Receives detailed instructions on work.
Level 2:
- All duties of Engineer Level 1 plus:
- Applies acquired job skills, policies, procedures and work instructions to complete tasks.
- Requires instructions on a few assignments.
- Drive quality and process improvements throughout the organization.
- Monitor supplier performance and scorecards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality and process improvements.
- Apply quality tools and techniques to analyze and evaluate quality problems and implement solutions.
- Collect, analyze data, develop metrics and reports using basic statistical methods.
Level 3:
- All duties of Engineer Levels 1 and 2 plus:
- Utilizes substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks.
- Requires minimal supervision.
- Works on assignments that are moderately difficult and require judgement in resolving issues or in making recommendations.
- Skilled in planning, managing, directing resources and managing projects.
- Has the ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
Level 4 (Senior):
- All duties of Engineer Levels 1, 2 and 3 plus:
- Completion of difficult technical assignments applying comprehensive knowledge of engineering, quality, and project management principles,
- practices, and procedures in supply chain management.
- Requires little to no supervision.
- Effectively communicates and manages projects with Suppliers, Purchasing and Engineering.
- Oversee assignments of Levels 1, 2 and 3 SQE’s.
- Assists with the review and evaluation of personnel performance and provides feedback.
- Plans and assigns personnel for projects and/or tasks.
- Applies comprehensive knowledge of statistical analysis and APQP methodology.
Competencies
Education and Experience:
Level 3:
Bachelor’s degree from four-year college, engineering related discipline preferred, with two to four years related experience, or equivalent combination of education or experience in a manufacturing, engineering or quality field.
Level 4 (Senior):
Bachelor’s degree from four-year college, engineering related discipline preferred, with four to six years of applicable experience in, or equivalent combination of education and experience in a manufacturing, engineering or quality field.
Additional Requirements:
- Is expected to travel nationally and internationally up to 25% to customer or supplier sites.
- Ability to complete and maintain mine certifications or safety training such as Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) hazard training.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and passport.
- This position is working from home eligible.
Our Offer
Pay Range: $100,000 - $108,000
An interesting and ambitious role in a successful international company. We offer a secure work environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and personal days and competitive salary.
Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Thomas Steele.
Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
If you are a California resident, please visit Liebherr USA, Co. Privacy Statement for more information regarding how Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates collect and process your personal information.
One Passion. Many Opportunities.
The company
In line with its international growth, Liebherr’s venture into the United States began in 1970. Within a couple of years, the company expanded and completed its production facilities in Newport News, Virginia, for its product line of hydraulic excavators. It was later converted into Liebherr’s manufacturing facility for mining trucks and remains home to Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. In addition to its production facility, Liebherr markets a wide variety of products and technologies its companies located across the United States. The companies are Liebherr-Aerospace Saline, Inc., Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc., Liebherr Automation Systems, Co., and Liebherr USA, Co., the umbrella company for eight divisions that are positioned across the United States.
Location
Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co.
4100 Chestnut Avenue
23607 Newport News, VA
United States (US)
Contact
Thomas Steele
lus-recruiting@liebherr.com
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality engineer jobs across Virginia.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a closely related technical field
- Hands-on experience with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality management systems
- Proficiency with inspection tools, measurement equipment, and statistical process control methods
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification preferred or actively pursued
- Familiarity with root cause analysis methodologies such as 8D, FMEA, or Six Sigma
- Experience with government or defense contractor quality standards such as DCMA requirements
Quality Engineer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality engineer in Virginia?
Becoming a quality engineer in Virginia typically starts with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering. Virginia does not require a state-issued license to work as a quality engineer, but most employers expect or prefer ASQ certification, particularly the Certified Quality Engineer credential. Defense and aerospace employers in Virginia also value familiarity with government contract quality standards, which you can build through coursework, internships, or adjacent roles in manufacturing or inspection.
Which companies hire quality engineers in Virginia?
Employers hiring quality engineers in Virginia right now include Amazon, Jabil, and Peraton, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Virginia's strong defense and federal contracting base means many of these employers operate under strict government quality requirements, making systems experience especially valuable.
Which Virginia cities have the most quality engineer jobs?
Herndon, Richmond, and Arlington have the most quality engineer openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia leads because of its dense concentration of defense contractors and federal systems integrators, while Richmond draws from automotive and consumer manufacturing, and Hampton Roads reflects the large military and shipbuilding presence anchored by Naval Station Norfolk and Newport News Shipbuilding.
Are there remote quality engineer jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality engineering is largely hands-on work requiring physical presence on production floors, in supplier facilities, or at government sites, so full remote roles are uncommon. About 44% of quality engineer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to cover documentation-heavy responsibilities like audit preparation, quality system review, or supplier compliance management.
How can I get hired as a quality engineer in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for quality inspector, quality technician, or manufacturing associate roles at Virginia defense contractors and production facilities, then moving into engineer-track positions after demonstrating process knowledge. Large Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads employers frequently hire new graduates into quality assurance rotations or junior inspection roles. Pursuing an ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential while in an entry role signals seriousness and gives you an edge over candidates without any certification.
Where can I find and apply to quality engineer jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to quality engineer jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly from the listing.
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