Quality Engineer III

As a Quality Engineer III, you will lead quality initiatives and resolve complex quality issues across hardware and software deliverables.

About innoflightinc

• Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight—one of San Diego’s fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators.
• Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions.
• From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space.
• Join our small, agile, and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits.
• We’re not just reaching for the stars—we’re engineering them.
• Let’s innovate the infinite, together.
• We aren’t just building tech—we’re enabling the next era of space exploration.
• Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency.
• At Innoflight, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs.
• We recognize that great talent comes in many forms, and you don’t need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team.

Responsibilities

• You’ll work closely with internal and external stakeholders to improve quality processes and ensure compliance with both company policies and industry standards.
• Your contributions will directly support organizational certifications, customer satisfaction, and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Supports Quality Initiatives: Collaborates with Quality, Engineering, and Operations programs to achieve objectives and enhance existing processes.
• Works independently to optimize internal and external processes, continuously seeking value-added improvements.
• Evaluates End Item Data Packages (EIDPs) from internal product assembly, testing, and Contract Manufacturers to ensure compliance.
• Creates First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) for customer deliveries and manages Corrective Action Reports (CARs) for internal and external issues, driving them to closure.
• Contributes to the development of quality control plans, work instructions, and training systems.
• Aids in sustaining existing certifications and obtaining additional ones, ensuring compliance with standards and contractual requirements.
• Identifies workflow and production issues, recommends changes, and drives improvements to enhance overall quality.
• Offers direct support failures and assists with Return Material Authorization (RMA) workflow activities.
• Compiles and prepares reports and metrics for management presentations, showcasing quality performance and compliance.
• Works closely with all levels of management to ensure that internal processes yield compliant results with external standards.
• Takes on additional responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to quality improvement.
• Driving quality resolutions and implementing processes to enhance product quality.
• Identifying and optimizing both internal and external processes to improve efficiency.
• Accurately reviewing and analyzing documentation to ensure compliance and traceability.
• Effectively supporting customers in resolving issues.
• Strong organizational skills and precise documentation capabilities in FAIRs, EIDPs, drawings, and procedural reviews.

Requirements

• Hands-On Quality Engineering: 5+ years of experience across Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Engineering, Operations, and Supplier/Product Quality.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent required; Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 5 or more years of cross-functional experience in Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Operations.
• Familiarity with quality control methodologies, documentation standards, and inspection processes.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, along with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance is required.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Preferred

• Previous experience in the aerospace industry is preferred.

Pay

The starting base salary for this position ranges from $120,000 to $150,000 per year , depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

In addition to a competitive base salary, Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment) Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance 10 paid holidays + 120 hours PTO (starting in year one) Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.
• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off—whether you use it to recharge, work on a passion project, or spend time with family, the choice is yours.
• We’re serious about professional development.
• From tuition reimbursement to internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly “Lunch & Learns,” we make learning a core part of the job.

Our Culture

Here, your voice is heard, your work is respected, and your individuality is celebrated.

BE YOU, WITH US

If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.

YOU SHOULD KNOW

• Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire.
• We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

REFERRALS

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