Role at a GlanceWe are hiring a Senior Quality Engineer to build, formalize, and support the quality systems that underpin our product development and robot operations. This role spans the full quality lifecycle - from establishing robust processes and inspection disciplines to driving supplier accountability, internal audit rigor, and systematic corrective action.
You will work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure that our inspection services are implemented effectively and efficiently - and that when problems arise, they are resolved at their root cause and don't recur.
This is a hands-on role suited for a quality professional who is comfortable in both the details of technical standards and the dynamics of cross-functional collaboration. You'll have direct visibility into how your work shapes product reliability, supplier performance, and operational efficiency.
This role includes up to 25% travel to other Gecko Robotics locations (Houston, United Arab Emirates, etc), supplier sites, and field environments.
What you will doProcess Development & Implementation- Develop, document, and maintain quality processes across Gecko Robotics's locations, including calibration and nonconforming product programs, engineering drawing release workflows, supplier performance, and configuration management procedures
- Ensure quality systems are compliant with applicable standards and effectively implemented across programs and locations
- Partner with engineering teams to integrate quality requirements early in the product development lifecycle
- Continuously improve quality procedures based on data, audit findings, and lessons learned
- Support the establishment and refinement of systems and tools to improve process efficiencies and cross-department collaboration, including PDM/PLM, ERP and CRM solutions
Inspection Planning & Performance Monitoring- Develop inspection plans and acceptance criteria for incoming, in-process, and final inspections for robotic components, parts and assemblies
- Own the performance of inspection activities - tracking metrics, identifying gaps, and implementing improvements
- Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering to ensure inspection methods are practical, repeatable, and risk-appropriate
- Maintain calibration records and monitor system integrity for inspection equipment
- Support the performance of internal audits across multiple locations
Supplier Qualification & Performance Management- Lead supplier qualification activities including documentation review, First Article Inspections (FAI) and reporting requirements
- Monitor and manage supplier quality performance using scorecards, metrics, and structured feedback mechanisms
- Drive supplier corrective actions for non-conformances, ensuring timely resolution and sustained improvement
- Build and maintain productive working relationships with key suppliers to proactively address quality risks
Failure Analysis & Root Cause Leadership- Lead structured failure analysis and root cause investigations
- Collaborate with inter-departmental teams to identify and implement effective corrective actions
- Communicate findings clearly to stakeholders at all levels, including technical and executive audiences
Corrective Action System- Own and administer the corrective action system, ensuring timely initiation, assignment and closure
- Track and report on corrective action metrics, escalating overdue or at-risk items as appropriate
- Verify effectiveness of corrective actions through follow-up audits and data analysis
- Drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement around non-conformance resolution
Technologies We Use- Onshape, Solidworks, Altium, Arena PDM/PLM solutions
- NetSuite and Salesforce ERP/CRM supporting supply chain and operations
- Atlassian Jira supporting critical process and feedback initiatives
About YouRequired Skills- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- 5+ years of experience in in quality engineering within a hardware, manufacturing, or electromechanical product environment
- Hands-on experience across quality management systems and processes, including calibration systems, engineering drawing control, and configuration management
- Demonstrated proficiency in inspection planning, GD&T interpretation, and measurement system analysis
- Experience managing supplier quality, including audits, FAI, and supplier corrective action processes
- Familiarity with internal audit methodologies and quality management systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, NADCAP or equivalent)
- Strong root cause analysis skills with experience applying structured problem-solving frameworks
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams with varied technical backgrounds
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; active clearance preferred but not required
- Willingness to travel (up to 25%) to support field testing and customer deployments
Preferred Skills- CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) or CQA (Certified Quality Auditor) certification
- Experience in a startup or high-growth environment where processes are being built from the ground up
- Exposure to robotics, automation, or advanced manufacturing technologies
- Experience with DOD contractual requirements, including FARs/DFARs
- Experience with Nondestructive Testing (NDT) standards and techniques
- Experience working with robotics, sensor data, or autonomous systems
