Quality Manager Jobs in Washington
Quality Manager jobs in Washington are in strong demand across aerospace, medical devices, defense, and food and beverage manufacturing, with openings at every level from quality technician to senior quality director. The heaviest hiring concentrates in the Seattle-Bellevue metro, Spokane, and the Tri-Cities area, where major employers such as Boeing, Amazon, and Providence Health have lasting quality operations. The most sought-after specialties include ISO 9001 compliance, supplier quality, and regulatory affairs supporting FDA-regulated production. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Quality Control Manager – Heavy Civil Engineering
McMillen, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Quality Control Manager with heavy civil construction experience to support projects focused on dam and lock electrical work. The Quality Control Manager is responsible for the implementation and management of the Contractor's and/or Client's Quality Control Program, including the coordination, performance and execution of construction inspection and testing services. The QC Manager is responsible for assuring that the quality of the work meets or exceeds the project's contractual requirements and maintains the standard of excellence established by the firm.
Who we are: McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee-owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don’t look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting-edge technology, and a balanced work-life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of.
We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. With staff across the United States and Canada, we bring global best practices to our clients. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results-driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real-world functionality.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement Quality Control practices and procedures
- Ensure all work complies with contractual requirements, specifications, and drawings
- Verify materials incorporated into the project meet approved submittals and specifications
- Execute required testing procedures in accordance with contract documents and industry standards
- Prepare professional correspondence for clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders
- Monitor, document, and track QC documentation, including daily reports, testing and inspection reports, and preparatory/initial meetings
- Review special inspections and material testing performed by third parties
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field highly desired
- 5+ years of heavy civil construction experience in a Quality Control capacity
- Experience with dam and lock electrical work is required
- Previous USACE experience is a plus
- USACE CQCM certification or ability to obtain certification
- OSHA 30 preferred
Physical and Emotional Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Compensation Package:
- Pay Range: $120,000 – $160,000 (DOE)
- Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement. Quality Control Manager assigned to projects more than 70 miles from their residence are eligible for subsistence and home leave benefits. We also offer a company truck or vehicle allowance, along with mobile phone options.
EEO: McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.
No recruiters, please.
Design a career and build your future... Because it matters!
Quality Control Manager – Heavy Civil Engineering
McMillen, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Quality Control Manager with heavy civil construction experience to support projects focused on dam and lock electrical work. The Quality Control Manager is responsible for the implementation and management of the Contractor's and/or Client's Quality Control Program, including the coordination, performance and execution of construction inspection and testing services. The QC Manager is responsible for assuring that the quality of the work meets or exceeds the project's contractual requirements and maintains the standard of excellence established by the firm.
Who we are: McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee-owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don’t look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting-edge technology, and a balanced work-life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of.
We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. With staff across the United States and Canada, we bring global best practices to our clients. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results-driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real-world functionality.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement Quality Control practices and procedures
- Ensure all work complies with contractual requirements, specifications, and drawings
- Verify materials incorporated into the project meet approved submittals and specifications
- Execute required testing procedures in accordance with contract documents and industry standards
- Prepare professional correspondence for clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders
- Monitor, document, and track QC documentation, including daily reports, testing and inspection reports, and preparatory/initial meetings
- Review special inspections and material testing performed by third parties
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field highly desired
- 5+ years of heavy civil construction experience in a Quality Control capacity
- Experience with dam and lock electrical work is required
- Previous USACE experience is a plus
- USACE CQCM certification or ability to obtain certification
- OSHA 30 preferred
Physical and Emotional Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Compensation Package:
- Pay Range: $120,000 – $160,000 (DOE)
- Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement. Quality Control Manager assigned to projects more than 70 miles from their residence are eligible for subsistence and home leave benefits. We also offer a company truck or vehicle allowance, along with mobile phone options.
EEO: McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.
No recruiters, please.
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Quality Manager Job Market in Washington
A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Retail
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
- Food & Beverage
- Electronics & Hardware
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality manager jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred
- Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer credential through ASQ strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or FDA 21 CFR quality management systems
- Proficiency with statistical process control, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes
- Experience leading cross-functional audits and managing supplier qualification programs
- Familiarity with Washington-regulated industries such as aerospace or medical device manufacturing
Quality Manager Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality manager in Washington?
Most quality manager roles in Washington require a bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related field paired with hands-on quality experience in a regulated industry. Washington does not issue a state-specific license for quality managers, but employers strongly favor candidates who hold ASQ certifications such as the Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer. Building experience in aerospace, medical device, or food manufacturing gives candidates the strongest footing in Washington's job market.
How much do quality managers make in Washington?
Quality managers in Washington earn a median of about $145,210 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $112,970 for the lowest 10% to over $213,930 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire quality managers in Washington?
Employers hiring quality managers in Washington right now include Amazon, Atlas Technical Consultants, and nLIGHT, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's dense concentration of aerospace, defense, and healthcare employers means quality management roles are spread across large anchor companies and their regional supplier networks.
Which Washington cities have the most quality manager jobs?
Seattle, Redmond, and Bellevue have the most quality manager openings in Washington. The Seattle-Bellevue metro leads because it anchors Washington's aerospace, technology, and healthcare industries, while Spokane and Tri-Cities carry a strong share of openings tied to regional manufacturing plants, food processing facilities, and defense contractors operating in eastern Washington.
Are there remote quality manager jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality manager work is largely hands-on, requiring physical presence on production floors, during audits, and at supplier sites. About 42% of quality manager openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to concentrate in supplier quality coordination, documentation management, and quality systems oversight roles that can be performed off-site.
How can I get hired as a quality manager in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a quality technician or quality inspector role at a Washington manufacturer and building from there. Boeing, Paccar, and regional aerospace suppliers regularly bring on quality coordinators and inspection associates who work toward internal advancement. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate credential signals seriousness to employers, and candidates with backgrounds in production, lab work, or regulatory documentation are well-positioned to make the transition.
Where can I find and apply to quality manager jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to quality manager jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across aerospace, manufacturing, healthcare, and other industries. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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