• Quality Engineer

    Actalent (White Salmon, WA)


    Job Title: Quality EngineerJob Description

     

    We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to lead and certify quality systems within a regulated manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will drive continuous improvement, manage audits and supplier quality, and ensure reliable production for advanced avionics products.

    Responsibilities

    + Develop, write, and review quality procedures and work instructions to support aerospace production.

    + Lead and perform internal audits, manage inspection processes for incoming parts, and oversee supplier qualification.

    + Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to identify critical quality measurements and ensure thorough documentation and root cause analysis for failures.

    + Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) to achieve and sustain AS9100D certification or similar standards.

    + Drive continuous improvement initiatives and report on key quality metrics to leadership.

    + Represent the company in customer and regulatory audits.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.

    + Minimum of 3 years of experience in quality engineering or management within aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive, or other highly regulated industries.

    + Hands-on experience with AS9100 or similar quality standards.

    + Strong communication, organization, and technical writing skills.

    + Experience with inspection tools, audits, and root cause analysis.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with FAA Production Approval.

    + Lean/Six Sigma certification (Green/Black Belt).

    + Supplier quality management and statistical sampling expertise.

    + Professional certification in Quality Management.

    + Proficiency with statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis.

    + Ability to train and mentor quality staff.

    Work Environment

    The position is based onsite full-time in White Salmon, WA, across the river from Hood River, OR. The role follows a 9/80 schedule, allowing every other Friday off. This position is part of the leadership team and reports directly to the CEO. Enjoy flexible hours and partial remote work options while contributing to the upgrade of a quality system to AS9100 certification and improving processes to meet evolving business needs.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of White Salmon, Washington.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $67.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in White Salmon,WA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.