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Acara Solutions

Quality Engineer

Gilbert, AZ

$33/hr

Quality Engineer Location: Gilbert, AZ Employment Type: Contract (6 months) Industry: Aerospace and Defense Compensation: $ 22.00-$33.00/hr. Schedule: 40 hrs/Week. About the Opportunity: * Individual ...

Precision Aerospace LLC

Quality Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

Quality Engineer * (Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing) * Status: Full-Time; Exempt * Compensation: $80,000 - $95,000, Depends on Experience * Schedule: 6:00 am 2:00 pm, Monday - Friday * Location ...

Arrow Electronics, Inc.

Quality Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$73K - $80K/yr

Quality Engineer Arrow's Phoenix Integration facility has an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Quality Engineer. In this role you will collaborate across multiple departments to ensure ...

Actalent

Quality Engineer

Tucson, AZ

$72K - $82K/yr

Quality Engineer The Quality Engineer is an experienced quality professional responsible for independently executing and improving quality assurance processes across manufacturing and inspection ...

ARMORWORKS ENTERPRISES INC

QUALITY ENGINEER

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$81 - $99/hr

A quality engineer is responsible for the generation of a strategic plan to improve the business processes and increase production output. Duties include creating the company's quality standards and ...

Actalent

Quality Engineer

Tucson, AZ

$72K - $82K/yr

Quality Engineer The Quality Engineer is an experienced quality professional responsible for independently executing and improving quality assurance processes across manufacturing and inspection ...

ARMORWORKS ENTERPRISES INC

QUALITY ENGINEER

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

A quality engineer is responsible for the generation of a strategic plan to improve the business processes and increase production output. Duties include creating the company's quality standards and ...

Fox Valley Metal Tech, Inc.

QUALITY ENGINEER

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$90K/yr

A quality engineer is responsible for the generation of a strategic plan to improve the business processes and increase production output. Duties include creating the company's quality standards and ...

Maverick Power

Quality Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$65 - $90/hr

The Quality Engineer assists in the implementation and maintenance of all quality system requirements, internal quality assurance and quality control activities, customer concerns, process control ...

Corning Inc.

Quality Engineer

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$92 - $126/hr

Provide Quality Engineering support for continuous improvement, change management, and cost reduction projects across the plant, including statistical analysis and reporting as needed, facilitating ...

Sitka Inc.

Quality Engineer

Flagstaff, AZ · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Plan and execute design assurance / product quality engineering work in collaboration with technical leadership and cross‑functional partners to support new product development * Apply design ...

Sitka Inc.

Quality Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$95 - $130/hr

Plan and execute design assurance / product quality engineering work in collaboration with technical leadership and cross-functional partners to support new product development * Apply design control ...

Materion

Quality Engineer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$70 - $95/hr

The Quality Engineer for the Tucson facility is a key member of the Quality team. The Quality Engineer position will support the Quality Manager in product realization planning, compliance to ...

Times Microwave Systems

Quality Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$71K - $92K/yr

The position will work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams and will interface directly with customer quality representatives on a regular basis. Essential Duties and ...

Times Microwave Systems

Quality Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$71K - $92K/yr

The position will work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams and will interface directly with customer quality representatives on a regular basis. Essential Duties and ...

Corning

Quality Engineer

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Position Summary The Quality Engineer is a key technical contributor responsible for ensuring product quality, improving processes, and driving cost reduction through standardized, data-driven ...

Corning

Quality Engineer

Glendale, AZ

$80K - $110K/yr

Position Summary The Quality Engineer is a key technical contributor responsible for ensuring product quality, improving processes, and driving cost reduction through standardized, data-driven ...

Spirit Electronics

Quality Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

Our Quality Engineer will play a key role in Spirit's AS9100 Quality Management System, overseeing nonconformance management, quality metrics, documentation control, and internal audit programs. This ...

Corning

Quality Engineer

Glendale, AZ

$80K - $110K/yr

Position Summary The Quality Engineer is a key technical contributor responsible for ensuring product quality, improving processes, and driving cost reduction through standardized, data-driven ...

SPIRIT ELECTRONICS

Quality Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

Our Quality Engineer will play a key role in Spirit's AS9100 Quality Management System, overseeing nonconformance management, quality metrics, documentation control, and internal audit programs. This ...

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How much do quality engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for quality engineer in Arizona is $78,315.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,100.00 and $86,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a quality engineer?

A quality engineer ensures that the products manufactured by a company are meeting company and government quality control standards. As a quality engineer, your responsibilities include assessing and developing quality assurance protocols, examining products for compliance, and training teams to follow your policies. You also record data regarding production to track quality and produce the documentation need to communicate concerns throughout the company. The American Society for Quality (ASQ) regulates the profession and offers a path to become a certified quality engineer (CQE).

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a quality engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Quality Engineer, you need a solid grounding in engineering principles, quality assurance methodologies, and a relevant degree such as in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Six Sigma, ISO standards, statistical process control (SPC), and quality management systems (QMS) is typically required, and certifications like CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you identify issues, collaborate with teams, and drive continuous improvement. These skills ensure that products and processes consistently meet standards, minimize defects, and enhance overall operational efficiency.

How does a quality engineer typically collaborate with other departments to ensure product quality?

Quality Engineers work closely with cross-functional teams such as manufacturing, design, and supply chain to uphold product standards. They often participate in team meetings, review process documentation, and coordinate root cause analyses with engineers and operators. Effective communication and proactive problem-solving are key, as they must ensure that quality requirements are clearly understood and implemented throughout each stage of production. This collaborative approach not only helps resolve issues quickly but also fosters a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.

What is the difference between Quality Engineer vs Quality Technician?

AspectQuality EngineerQuality Technician
ResponsibilitiesDesigning quality systems, process improvements, root cause analysisInspecting products, conducting tests, recording quality data
Required SkillsAnalytical skills, problem-solving, knowledge of quality standardsAttention to detail, testing procedures, data collection
CertificationsASQ CQE, Six SigmaASQ CQPA, basic quality certifications
Work EnvironmentOffice, manufacturing plants, cross-functional teamsManufacturing floors, labs, inspection stations

Quality Engineers focus on developing and improving quality systems and processes, while Quality Technicians primarily perform inspections and tests to ensure product quality. Both roles are essential in maintaining standards, but they differ in scope and responsibilities.

How much does a quality engineer earn?

The average salary for a quality engineer varies by location and experience but typically ranges from $60,000 to $90,000 annually. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced engineers with certifications like Six Sigma or ISO may earn higher salaries. Salaries can also be influenced by industry, company size, and specific skills such as proficiency with quality management tools.

What degree do you need for a quality engineer?

A quality engineer typically needs at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field. Relevant skills include knowledge of quality management systems and tools like Six Sigma or ISO standards, and some roles may prefer or require professional certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
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Infographic showing various Quality Engineer job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,315 per year, or $37.7 per hour.

Quality Engineer

Acara Solutions

Gilbert, AZ

$33/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Quality Engineer
Location: Gilbert, AZ
Employment Type: Contract (6 months)
Industry: Aerospace and Defense
Compensation: $ 22.00-$33.00/hr.
Schedule: 40 hrs/Week. 
 
About the Opportunity:
  • Individual contributors with specialized knowledge and skills within a technical discipline.
  • May direct the work of other lower-level professionals in the context of a project, process, or program.
  • The majority of time is spent overseeing technical design, implementation, or delivery of projects, processes, or programs using technical skills acquired through advanced education or equivalent work experience.
 
Why You'll Love Working Here:
  • Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
  • Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
  • People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
  • Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.
 
Why This Opportunity is Exciting:
This role offers the opportunity to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while providing you with room to grow and develop professionally. 
 
About Acara Solutions
Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider- we help companies compete for talent. With experience across industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and design talent solutions that deliver the business outcomes they want. We draw on decades of experience to provide contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.
 
Sound like a good fit?
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What You'll Do:
  • This job family defines and specifies activities, processes, and standards to fulfill the quality requirements for a service or manufactured material, component, or product.
  • Activities include auditing, monitoring, and determining the quality of processes or outputs, either against defined internal or regulatory standards, reporting on process deviations and defects.
  • Positions in this sub-family are responsible for developing, modifying, applying, and maintaining quality evaluation and control systems/protocols including: devising and implementing methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment; designing and analyzing inspection and testing processes, mechanisms, and equipment; conducting quality assurance tests and performing statistical analysis to assess the level of control and manage product quality risks; undertaking root cause analysis of incidents requiring corrective action; and ensuring that corrective measures and deviation meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements.
  • Individual contributor.
  • Works under direct supervision.
  • Achieves operational targets with some impact on results of job area.
  • Works on smaller, less complex projects or task-related activities.
  • Work requires elementary use or application of engineering principles, theories, and concepts.
  • Problems are not immediately evident but typically have a solution.
  • Makes minor changes in systems and processes to solve routine or standard problems.
  • Works under close supervision.
  • Work is reviewed for soundness of technical judgment and accuracy
  • The Quality Engineer (QE) will support Engineering Validation Testing (EVT) for spacecraft involving Thermal Vacuum, Dynamic, Propulsion, and EMI testing.
  • Ensure adherence to applicable procedures and Customer contract requirements during the EVT campaign.
  • Support pre-test meetings by verifying test setup configuration, test equipment calibration is current, and flight software versions are current.
  • Support post-test meetings by verifying all signoffs are complete, all requirements have been met, and all test flags or nonconformances dispositioned appropriately.
  • Document and facilitate timely disposition of nonconformances (NCs) and test flags through TIPQA/Teamcenter/IMBS/MBS systems.
  • Support operational tasks including integration and testing, installations, bus movements, and other activities.
  • Participate in daily planning and update meetings with Customer for communication of quality issues and resource needs.
  • Collaborate with Test Engineering, Systems Engineering, and QE team to resolve issues and ensure smooth test execution.
  • Facilitate cross-functional Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA) as needed.
  • Review and completed End Item Data Packs (EIDPs)

What You'll Bring:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, preferably in Aerospace.
  • 5+ years of experience in industry quality standards, Quality Management System (QMS) Procedures, and Customer contract needed.
  • 5+ years of experience in AS9100
  • 5+ years of experience in performing RCCA analysis
 
  What Sets You Apart:
  • Strong RCCA facilitation experience.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills including technical presentation skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
  • Proficiency with computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word,
  • Project, etc.).
  • Experience with Engineering Validation Testing strongly.
  • AS9100/ISO9001
  • Achieved Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training Certificate
  • J-STD-001
  • NASA Standard
  • Project Quality Assurance
  • Project Quality Management
 
  Additional Information:
  • Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check
  • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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