Quality Assurance Engineer

Description The EW Division of Leidos is looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join our cross-functional engineering team to implement tools and processes to ensure Leidos’ key processes have robust plans to deliver first time quality to its customers. This person will investigate, evaluate, and resolve quality problems, conduct audits, coordinate with the supply chain, engage in the design, development and production processes of electronic systems. Primary ResponsibilitiesWork with internal process owners and suppliers to develop manufacturing processes, build instructions, and oversee supplier production runs.  Must understand Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and its purpose in an electronic system’s product lifecycle.Serve as configuration manager of all technical data packages that reside onsite.Be familiar with the AS9100 standard and its purpose in an electronic system’s product lifecycle.Support all aspects of electronic and mechanical assembly, including Surface Mount Technology (SMT), through-hole assembly, convection reflow, wave solder, hardware installation, cleaning, conformal coating, potting and box build.Perform process audits to ensure that Leidos and Suppliers’ QMS is maintained and process improvements are sustainedSupport the supply chain through analysis of alternate electrical components and commodity management. Understanding of component obsolescence standards, processes, and mitigation.Basic QualificationsBA/BS in Engineering and 4-8 years of prior relevant experience (Additional experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree)Experience working with an electronic contract manufacturer of complex electro-mechanical systemsPossess knowledge and experience with the manufacturing, inspection, and acceptance of electro-mechanical systems and/or Printed Circuit Boards of varying complexities.Direct knowledge of Manufacturing processes and supply chain logistics from raw material to finished goodsMust have an active Secret security clearance, or ability to obtainWorking knowledge of Quality Management Systems and ISO9001:2015.Working knowledge of IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 workmanship and soldering standards.The ability to rapidly assess, analyze, and quickly resolve quality problems with little initial information or direction and with varying degrees of ambiguity.Solid organizational skills, ability to work and interact with a variety of internal and external stakeholdersMust have product electronic manufacturing experience. Understanding of printed circuit board, circuit card assembly, box build manufacturing processes.Self-starter with ability to work independently, customer service orientated.US Citizenship required      Original Posting:July 8, 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $72,150.00 - $130,425.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Created: 2025-07-13