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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$110K - $130K *

Empower quality assurance by designing automated tests and ensuring platform reliability. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to enhance performance and safeguard customer trust in a rapidl...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $90K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by ensuring compliance with engineering standards and customer requirements throughout the production process. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality and drive...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing production quality through innovative engineering solutions. Collaborate on new product introductions and streamline operations while applying advanced qualit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Unlock potential by driving quality engineering initiatives in production, supporting new product launches, and enhancing operational efficiency through problem-solving methodologies and quality manag...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $131K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality assurance and control across production processes. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to meet regulatory standards and enhance produ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $120K *

Transform quality assurance processes by developing standards, conducting audits, and collaborating with teams to enhance product reliability and compliance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Inspire quality excellence by maintaining quality systems, conducting audits, and leading problem-solving initiatives in a dynamic metals manufacturing environment. Collaborate with teams to ensure co...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Empower quality excellence by driving continuous improvement initiatives, analyzing performance metrics, and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance product quality and compliance in a dynamic aer...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $115K *

Champion quality and performance in healthcare products by leading cross-functional projects, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with standards to enhance patient outcomes and ope...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $119K *

Transform your career by ensuring quality standards in engineering processes, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating across functions to deliver exceptional products that meet c...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $141K *

Elevate quality assurance by implementing and enhancing the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and regulations while collaborating across teams to drive continuo...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $131K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality systems and compliance. Drive ISO 9001 certification, facilitate audits, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to foster a culture of quality ac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality standards by leading initiatives from product introduction to manufacturing. Collaborate with engineering to enhance processes, conduct audits, and mentor teams, ensuring compliance an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading quality initiatives across multiple value streams. Drive process improvements, manage complex quality issues, and engage with suppliers and customers to enhance quality sys...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer quality excellence by leading complex quality initiatives across multiple value streams. Drive process improvements, engage with suppliers and customers, and ensure compliance with industry st...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $150K *

Advance your career by ensuring quality assurance in aerospace projects. Collaborate with teams to evaluate processes, conduct assessments, and support compliance with NASA standards, contributing to...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $133K *

Empower your career by driving quality and process improvements in manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, eliminate defects, and foster a culture of continu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion quality excellence by monitoring processes, driving improvements, and collaborating with teams to ensure compliance and enhance product reliability. Your expertise will shape our operational...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by enhancing quality standards and processes. Collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvement, manage non-conformances, and ensure compliance, all while fostering a cultur...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $93K *

Champion quality assurance by ensuring compliance with project specs, conducting inspections, and developing quality documentation. Collaborate with clients and teams to uphold the highest standards t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $118K *

Grow your career with cutting-edge projects, implementing quality strategies for new products, enhancing reliability, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic international environment focused on innovati...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance excellence by designing and implementing automation frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testing efficiency and accelerate high-quality software deliv...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring high-quality production of medical device components. This role involves optimizing manufacturing processes and leading quality initiatives in a regulated envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in ensuring product quality and compliance by managing a high-performing Quality Engineering team. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement robust quality systems to enha...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize quality processes and drive yield improvements in complex manufacturing. Lead initiatives to enhance First Pass Yield (FPY) and Rolled Throughput Yield (RTY) while collaborating with cross-fu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.