Quality Engineer Jobs in Washington
Quality Engineer jobs in Washington are in steady demand across aerospace, medical devices, semiconductor manufacturing, and defense contracting, with openings at every level from entry-level quality technician to senior quality systems engineer. The Seattle metro, Puget Sound corridor, and Spokane are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by major employers such as Boeing, Microsoft, and Stryker. The most sought-after specialties in Washington include AS9100 aerospace quality systems, ISO 13485 medical device compliance, and supplier quality engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is seeking a Sr. Quality Engineer to join our cohesive team of professional problem solvers in Redmond, WA.
Job Summary
As a Sr. Quality Engineer, you will develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance procedures for sourcing reliable materials and ensuring product compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. You’ll oversee manufacturing processes, monitor compliance, manage supplier quality, conduct defect analysis, and lead corrective actions. Additionally, you'll ensure documentation and regulatory standards are met, while driving continuous improvement across production operations.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage Quality Assurance of assigned Products/Processes/Programs, monitor controls, define performance indicators and analyze trends to identify, prioritize and resolve issues
- Facilitate root cause analysis and perform corrective action and manage timely and effective implementation of corrective and preventative actions following established methods
- Perform Internal Audits and assist with 3rd Party Audits. Present findings and evidence of compliance to Certification Authorities and Customers
- Represent Quality department as a SME in cross functional teams
- Proactively identify and document best practices, coach and train other team members
Minimum Requirements
Education/Experience
- Bachelor of Science Degree in an engineering discipline (Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Material Science, Computer Science, or similar), preferred. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of Engineering degree
- Proficiency in the duties of this role which is usually achieved with 5+ years of direct experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Contributing at a high level with minimal supervision
- Passion for improvement, process base thinking, and evidence-based decisions
- Knowledge and experience with ISO/AS9100D QMS, auditing and enforcement
- Experience with Control of Nonconforming Material and First Articles (MRB)
- Experience with initiating and leading corrective and preventative actions. Including proper selection and application of techniques such as Operational Excellence Tools (8D, 5 Why, Fish Bone, DMAIC) to obtain effective solutions
- Experience with New product Development
- Demonstration of ability to resolve issues in partnership with internal and external stakeholders
- Good organizational and planning skills
- Good word processing (MS Word), spreadsheet (MS Excel), and document management (Adobe Acrobat) software. Microsoft Teams, One Note and Share Point a plus
- Good verbal and written communication skills including ability to write reports, procedures and presentations
Employment Eligibility Requirements
- This position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee’s authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.
- An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and drug test inclucing cannabis screening.
Compensation
- Base salary range: $94,208 - $141,313 per year. (Mid-point: $117,760). Factors such as education, experience, skills and market conditions influence the actual salary. It is not typical to be hired at or near the top of the range.
- Bonus: Highly competitive Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonus.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Health: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, voluntary life/AD&D, critical illness, accident prevention, and hospital indemnity.
- Financial: 401(k) & Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions, Employee Assistance Program, and a supportive culture that values balance.
- Time Off: Generous PTO starting at 120 hours, plus 12 paid holidays.
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Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Quality Engineer Job Market in Washington
A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon12

- Apple7

- Blue Origin5

- Janicki Industries4

- Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences3

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Retail
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
- Aerospace & Defense
- Electronics & Hardware
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality engineer jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a closely related technical field
- Experience with quality management systems such as ISO 9001, AS9100, or ISO 13485
- Proficiency with statistical process control, root cause analysis, and corrective action methods
- Hands-on experience with inspection tools, metrology equipment, and GD&T interpretation
- Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, or other structured product quality planning methodologies
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent professional certification preferred by most employers
Quality Engineer Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality engineer in Washington?
Most quality engineer roles in Washington require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, or a related engineering discipline. Washington does not issue a state-specific quality engineering license, so the standard path is earning an engineering degree, gaining hands-on manufacturing or quality systems experience, and pursuing ASQ certification such as the Certified Quality Engineer credential. Aerospace and medical device employers in Washington consistently prioritize candidates with sector-specific quality standards experience.
Which companies hire quality engineers in Washington?
Employers hiring quality engineers in Washington right now include Amazon, Apple, and Blue Origin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's aerospace and defense concentration means a large share of openings come from manufacturers and suppliers operating along the Puget Sound corridor and in the Spokane area.
Which Washington cities have the most quality engineer jobs?
Seattle, Redmond, and Bothell account for the largest concentration of quality engineer openings in Washington. The Seattle and Puget Sound area dominates because of the aerospace supply chain centered on Boeing and its network of tier-one suppliers, while Spokane draws consistent demand from defense contractors and medical device manufacturers based in eastern Washington.
Are there remote quality engineer jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality engineering is largely a hands-on discipline requiring physical inspection, production floor presence, and direct work with tooling and suppliers, which limits remote opportunities. About 64% of quality engineer openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be in supplier quality auditing, quality systems documentation, or program-level quality planning rather than in-person inspection roles.
How can I get hired as a quality engineer in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for quality technician or quality inspector roles, which are widely posted by Washington aerospace and medical device manufacturers and serve as direct feeders into engineer-track positions. Boeing and its Puget Sound suppliers regularly bring on new graduates and career changers through manufacturing associate programs and co-op pipelines. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential or completing coursework in GD&T and ISO standards gives candidates a measurable edge when competing for these entry-level openings.
Where can I find and apply to quality engineer jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to quality engineer jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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