Vertex Inc

Senior Hardware Quality Engineer

Vertex Inc • $90K — $120K *
Indianapolis, IN 46227In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, Engineering, or a relevant field
  • Experience with AS9100 systems and audit procedures
  • Proficiency in Six Sigma or equivalent methodologies
  • Strong analytical skills in root-cause analysis
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead quality assurance activities for compliance verification
  • Monitor and report on quality system performance metrics
  • Implement corrective actions and process improvements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including stakeholders
  • Train and provide tools for quality initiatives
  • Ensure contract compliance within AS9100 framework

Benefits

  • Support for professional development and continuous improvement
  • Opportunities to collaborate with a diverse team
  • Engagement with cutting-edge technologies
  • Involvement in high-impact projects within the aerospace sector
  • Potential for career advancement within a growing organization
Full Job Description
Overview

We are seeking a Senior Hardware Quality Engineer (HQE) to fill a key role on our Indianapolis team. This position ensures that hardware systems meet rigorous quality standards and customer expectations. The HQE will lead quality assurance efforts, monitor system performance, and drive continuous improvement aligned with AS9100 standards.

Responsibilities

  • Lead quality assurance activities to ensure compliance with internal and external standards
  • Monitor and report on quality system performance and metrics
  • Implement and track corrective/preventive actions and process improvements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including customers, suppliers, and leadership
  • Provide training and tools to support quality initiatives across the organization
  • Ensure contract compliance and execute quality tasks within AS9100 framework

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, Engineering, or related field
  • Ability to support diverse technologies and adapt across multiple domains
  • Proficiency in Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies
  • Experience with AS9100 systems and audit procedures
  • Strong analytical skills in root-cause analysis and corrective actions
  • Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
  • Proven ability to lead and inspire continuous improvement initiatives

Desired Skills
  • Technical expertise in military mechanical, electro-mechanical, and electronic systems
  • Knowledge of IPC J-STD-001 Standard Soldering Requirements and IPC 620 Cable and Harness Assemblies
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent problem-solving ability
  • Admirable communication and collaboration with teams
  • A keen eye for details to ensure accurate measurements
  • Robust time management and organizational skills
  • Coach and mentor fellow employees
  • Self-driven and responsible employee
  • Contribute to measurable team and organizational objectives

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related technical field preferred
  • Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance.

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About Vertex Inc

Vertex Inc is a leading provider of tax technology and services, enabling companies of all sizes to realize the full strategic potential of the tax function by automating and integrating tax processes, while leveraging advanced and predictive analytics of tax data. Vertex provides cloud-based and on-premise solutions that can be tailored to specific industries for every major line of tax, including income, sales and consumer use, value added and payroll. Vertex also offers solutions for tax data management, compliance and reporting, tax research, and planning and analysis. The company was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
Learn more about Vertex Inc
Size
1,200 employees
Market Cap
$2.2 billion
Industry
Business Services
Net Income
-$78.9 million
Founded
1978
Revenue
$374.6 million
NASDAQ
VERX
* Ladders Estimates

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