Quality Engineer Jobs

Quality Engineers help organizations deliver products and services that meet customer expectations, regulatory requirements, and performance standards. They identify risks, investigate defects, improve processes, and build systems that support consistent quality. Explore vetted Quality Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Quality Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by industry and level, but often include developing quality plans, analyzing production and service data, conducting audits, leading root-cause investigations, and coordinating corrective and preventive actions. Quality Engineers may also partner with design, manufacturing, operations, suppliers, and customer teams to prevent problems and improve reliability.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with quality management systems, process improvement, statistical analysis, risk assessment, and technical documentation. Familiarity with standards and tools relevant to the industry—such as ISO requirements, Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, SPC, or root-cause analysis—is frequently valuable. Communication and collaboration skills are important for influencing teams and translating findings into practical improvements.

Industries and Career Paths

Quality Engineers work across manufacturing, medical devices, aerospace, automotive, technology, pharmaceuticals, and other regulated or quality-focused sectors. Career paths may lead to senior or principal engineering positions, quality management, supplier quality, reliability engineering, or broader operations leadership.

Find Quality Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Quality Engineer openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, industry requirements, and experience levels to find roles that align with your expertise and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Help us ensure product excellence by developing and implementing robust quality assurance processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify defects, drive improvements, and maintain compl...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Join our dynamic team as a Quality Engineer, where you'll develop and implement aerospace quality standards, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement across processes and products in a f...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of quality assurance in medical devices by leveraging your expertise in regulatory standards, risk management, and quality systems to ensure compliance and enhance product safety...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $110K *

Empower quality excellence by enhancing management systems, driving improvements, and collaborating cross-functionally to resolve issues and ensure compliance, ultimately boosting product quality and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive quality excellence by evaluating nonconforming materials and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $131K *

Shape the future of hardware quality by ensuring compliance and driving operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, conduct inspections, and support con...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Elevate quality assurance processes by analyzing data, managing customer complaints, and guiding teams in a dynamic engineering environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold high standards in m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a Quality Engineer, enhancing manufacturing processes through hands-on support, problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading quality engineering initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and regulatory standards while driving continuous impr...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $130K *

Drive product and process quality through risk-based decisions, data analysis, and effective corrective actions. Collaborate across teams to enhance quality standards while leading investigations into...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage quality assurance processes to ensure product integrity and compliance. Lead audits, support the Quality Management System, and drive continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $102K *

Drive quality excellence in manufacturing by ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve quality issues and enhance production processes, while...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $133K *

Lead customer engagement and technical design for critical power projects, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate across teams to resolve issues and manage multiple projects, driving successful...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality in aerospace engineering. You'll oversee critical quality assurance processes, collaborate on safety assessments, and support manufacturing activities...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $140K *

Optimize quality assurance processes for aerospace projects, ensuring compliance with NASA standards. Collaborate with teams to assess documentation, develop metrics, and support manufacturing phases...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading quality assurance initiatives to drive product excellence and efficiency in manufacturing processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quality systems and ensure su...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$84K - $105K *

Elevate quality standards in aerospace by implementing control processes, conducting audits, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance of electrical systems in manufacturing. Oversee inspections, develop test procedures, and manage documentation while adhering to ind...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform quality initiatives by driving execution of goals, analyzing data, and supporting cross-functional teams to enhance product integrity and continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence in automotive quality assurance by balancing hands-on problem solving with quality system management. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance manufacturing processes while addressin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Transform quality assurance processes by developing and implementing robust controls, conducting audits, and analyzing data to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements. Coll...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform quality assurance processes by developing and implementing robust controls, collaborating with teams to enhance procedures, and ensuring compliance with industry standards for optimal perfor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion quality assurance by designing and implementing automated tests, ensuring performance and reliability in a fast-growing tech environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold hig...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining quality assurance in a high-growth tech environment. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to build robust automated testing frameworks, ensuring performance and...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation by joining a dynamic team as a QA Engineer, where you'll enhance platform quality through automation, collaboration, and performance testing, ensuring reliability and trust for our...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Quality Engineer do?question toggle

    A Quality Engineer develops and improves processes that help ensure products or services meet defined standards. Work may include audits, data analysis, risk assessments, defect investigations, and corrective actions.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Quality Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and industry. Many roles seek a relevant engineering or technical background, experience with quality systems and process improvement, and skills in data analysis, documentation, and problem-solving.

  • Which industries hire Quality Engineers?question toggle

    Quality Engineers are employed in industries such as manufacturing, medical devices, aerospace, automotive, pharmaceuticals, and technology, as well as other sectors where reliability, safety, or regulatory compliance matters.

  • What tools and methods are useful for Quality Engineers?question toggle

    Commonly valued methods include root-cause analysis, FMEA, statistical process control, Lean, Six Sigma, and auditing. The specific tools and standards vary by role and industry.

  • How can I find Quality Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted Quality Engineer openings on Ladders and review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, location, and experience requirements. Filter opportunities to focus on roles that match your qualifications and goals.