Vector is a defense technology company building advanced unmanned systems and training the operators who deploy them. We recently emerged from stealth and are scaling fast to meet mission-critical demand.

Our work supports military professionals in high-consequence environments. We take that seriously. We move fast, communicate clearly, and hold the line on quality.

We operate by three values:

• Be Relentless: We pursue our objectives with unwavering determination and tenacity. We strive to do more and get better. If someone closes a door in our face, we breach through the wall.
• Be Ethical: We work in a complex industry—never give anyone an opportunity to question our integrity. While we compete fiercely, we never break the law, violate regulations, or compromise our ethical standards.
• Be Professional: We conduct ourselves with the highest standards of competence, responsibility, and respect in all interactions and tasks. Our customers look to us for the best training and equipment. We are the example for them.

The Role

The Manufacturing Quality Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring that products and processes meet established quality standards throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining quality systems, monitoring production quality, performing audits and inspections, and using data-driven analysis to drive root cause investigations and continuous improvement. The Quality Engineer works closely with cross-functional teams to uphold quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction.

• Ensure that manufacturing processes and products meet defined quality standards and comply with industry regulations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain a Quality Management System (QMS) that aligns with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and execute improvements to manufacturing processes to enhance quality, efficiency, and consistency.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret quality data to identify trends, root causes of defects, and areas for process optimization.
• Conduct thorough Root Cause Analysis of quality issues and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Plan and conduct regular audits of manufacturing processes, products, and systems to ensure quality compliance.
• Perform inspections and testing of raw materials, components, and finished products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of test results, inspections, quality metrics, and corrective actions.
• Provide training to manufacturing and production staff on quality standards, tools, and best practices.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable industry standards, including ISO 9001 and/or AS9100.
• Develop and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to quality processes.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure quality and compliance of incoming materials and components.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams—including engineering, production, and procurement—to resolve quality issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing quality development, with a strong focus on continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Quality Control tools and techniques, including data analysis and defect tracking.
• Experience working in an AS9100 or ISO 9001-certified manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with mature design control processes, quality management systems, and manufacturing workflows.
• Relevant certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma are beneficial.
• Experience developing and implementing Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Strong skills in failure analysis and corrective action planning.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments to resolve complex quality issues.
• Experience collaborating with suppliers on quality assurance and incoming material inspection.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and analytical mindset.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive, hands-on “can-do” attitude.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based productivity tools.

What Vector Offers

• A mission worth showing up for
• 401(k)
• Employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
• 2 hours/month of career coaching with an operational psychologist

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