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Contract QA Engineer

Barberton, OH · On-site

$76K - $119K/yr

Quality Assurance Engineer - BWX Technologies, Inc. - Barberton, OH Responsibilities include ... to contract and specification requirements * Support component production and manufacturing ...

Contract QA Engineer

Barberton, OH · On-site

$76K - $119K/yr

Quality Assurance Engineer - BWX Technologies, Inc. - Barberton, OH Responsibilities include ... to contract and specification requirements * Support component production and manufacturing ...

Quality Assurance Engineer - BWX Technologies, Inc. - Barberton, OH Responsibilities include ... to contract and specification requirements * Support component production and manufacturing ...

Program Quality Engineer

Englewood, CO · On-site

$71K - $91K/yr

The LE2 Program Quality Engineer will support the Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) Quality Program in ... Performs contract reviews and flows down contract quality requirements to quality team, including ...

Quality Engineer

Exton, PA · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

The Quality Engineer is responsible for interpreting and communicating contract quality requirements, developing and implementing inspection, test and audit procedures and programs, with appropriate ...

Quality Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Candidate must be able to review and interpret contract quality clauses and technical data and ... Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering * Working knowledge of CNC Machining & Inspection * ASQ ...

Candidate must be able to review and interpret contract quality clauses and technical data and ... Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering * Working knowledge of CNC Machining & Inspection * ASQ ...

Senior Quality Engineer Company: Spectrolab, Inc. Spectrolab, Inc., is seeking a Senior Quality ... and ensures contract quality requirements are flowed down and adhered to. * Analyzes non ...

Quality Assurance Engineer - BWX Technologies, Inc. - Barberton, OH Responsibilities include ... to contract and specification requirements * Support component production and manufacturing ...

Program Quality Engineer

Englewood, CO · On-site

$71K - $91K/yr

The LE2 Program Quality Engineer will support the Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) Quality Program in ... Performs contract reviews and flows down contract quality requirements to quality team, including ...

Senior Quality Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$130K - $177K/yr

Senior Quality Engineer Company: Spectrolab, Inc. Spectrolab, Inc., is seeking a Senior Quality ... and ensures contract quality requirements are flowed down and adhered to. * Analyzes non ...

Senior Quality Engineer

Sylmar, CA · On-site

$130K - $177K/yr

Senior Quality Engineer Company: Spectrolab, Inc. Spectrolab, Inc., is seeking a Senior Quality ... and ensures contract quality requirements are flowed down and adhered to. * Analyzes non ...

Program Quality Engineer Stf.

Englewood, CO · On-site

$71K - $91K/yr

The LE2 Program Quality Engineer will support the Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) Quality Program in ... Performs contract reviews and flows down contract quality requirements to quality team, including ...

Candidate must be able to review and interpret contract quality clauses and technical data and ... Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering * Working knowledge of CNC Machining & Inspection * ASQ ...

Product Quality Engineer

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$79K - $119K/yr

What you'll do Quality Engineers at Viasat play a significant role in contributing to the business ... Experience in interpreting contract quality requirements covering quality requirements and quality ...

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How much do contract quality engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract quality engineer in the United States is $84,039.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,000.00 and $93,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some of the typical daily responsibilities and challenges faced by Contract Quality Engineers?

As a Contract Quality Engineer, your daily responsibilities often include conducting inspections, analyzing quality data, coordinating corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory standards. You'll frequently interface with production teams, suppliers, and project managers to troubleshoot quality issues and implement process improvements. One of the main challenges is adapting quickly to different company systems and meeting tight project deadlines, since contract roles often require immediate impact with minimal onboarding. However, this dynamic work structure also provides valuable opportunities to broaden your experience, enhance your skills, and expand your professional network across various industries.

What is a Contract Quality Engineer job?

A Contract Quality Engineer is a professional responsible for ensuring that products and processes meet quality standards on a temporary or project-based basis. They work with manufacturers, suppliers, and teams to implement quality control procedures, conduct audits, and address compliance issues. These engineers may also analyze defects, improve processes, and ensure regulatory requirements are met. Their role is crucial in industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, and medical devices. Since it is a contract position, the duration and scope of responsibilities may vary depending on the project or employer needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Contract Quality Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Quality Engineer, you need a strong background in quality assurance processes, root cause analysis, and engineering principles, often supported by a relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with industry standards such as ISO 9001, Six Sigma methodologies, and proficiency in tools like statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab) are highly valuable. Excellent communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills enable effective collaboration and fast integration into project teams. These competencies are crucial for ensuring product and process quality in contract-based, dynamic environments where quick results and compliance are essential.

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Infographic showing various Contract Quality Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, and 15% Part Time. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,039 per year, or $40.4 per hour.

Contract QA Engineer

BWX Technologies

Barberton, OH • On-site

$76K - $119K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 hours ago


BWX Technologies rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT's technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.
Quality Assurance Engineer - BWX Technologies, Inc. - Barberton, OH
Responsibilities include:
  • Review manufacturing processes, purchase order technical packages and repair plans for compliance to contract and specification requirements
  • Support component production and manufacturing processes and resolve quality issues.
  • Participate in or lead formal internal or supplier audits
  • Conduct informal shop floor compliance audits
  • Participate in or lead root cause investigations
  • Manage CAPA (corrective action) resolution for component or process issues
  • Lead process improvement based on defect history or rework cost
  • Lead First Time Quality readiness efforts
  • Develop and maintain quality assurance records
  • Develop and implement inspection improvement plans
  • Procedure development and ownership
  • Maintenance of ISO9000 quality system procedures and work instructions

Qualifications / Requirements:
  • Minimum of 4 year technical degree with 5 years relevant experience,
  • Solid math/statistical skills.
  • Ability to read complex drawings, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
  • Experience or knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining, welding, and assembly preferred but not required.
  • Experience or knowledge of dimensional inspection techniques, as well as other non-destructive test methods
  • Applicants selected will be subject to a federal background investigation. Position requires U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance.

Pay: $76,000 - $119,000
The base salary range for this position in Ohio (US-OH) at the start of employment is expected to be between $76,000 and $119,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,' unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.
As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities ("BWXT" or the "Company") complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.
Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.
BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.
BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid ("Agreement"). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT's Talent Acquisition team at talent_acquisition@bwxt.com.

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