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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$88K - $105K *
Optimize manufacturing processes and support New Product Introductions, ensuring quality and efficiency in the production of advanced electromechanical systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance pro...
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$110K - $130K *
Drive the successful execution of Flight Controls programs, ensuring technical, cost, and schedule objectives are met. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers while leading complex proje...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Oversee medium complexity projects, leveraging technical expertise and leadership skills to drive successful program milestones and continuous improvement while managing risks and collaborating with c...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Empower your career by leading quality initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Oversee QA staff, manage audits, and ensure compliance with technical specifications while driving continuous...
1 week ago
Engineer Senior I - QA Design (Electromechanical)
$109K - $178K *
Join us in driving quality assurance within engineering teams to ensure compliance and safety of medical devices. Lead design assurance efforts, risk assessments, and validation activities to support...
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Aerospace Senior Quality Data Technician/Analyst-Data Engineer
$124K - $145K *
Drive the execution of data projects, ensuring quality and compliance for aerospace clients. Collaborate across departments to meet customer requirements and enhance data solutions, while managing pro...
1 week ago
Continuous Improvement Engineer
$71K - $105K *
Empower operational excellence by leading continuous improvement initiatives, implementing Lean Manufacturing principles, and driving cost reduction projects across the organization to enhance product...
4 days ago
Reliability Engineer- Data Analytics
$95K - $115K *
Elevate product reliability through data-driven strategies, leveraging statistical modeling and analytics to enhance performance and reduce risks across design, manufacturing, and quality teams in hig...
1 week ago
Reliability Engineer- Data Analytics
$100K - $120K *
Elevate product reliability through data analytics and engineering expertise. Collaborate across teams to enhance cable backplane assemblies for AI and hyperscale data centers, driving actionable insi...
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$103K - $155K *
Empower your career by joining a dynamic team to design and implement software solutions for advanced radar systems, enhancing Space Domain Awareness through innovative engineering and collaborative p...
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Senior Engineer Electrical Engineering
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to innovating electrical engineering solutions. You'll research, design, and develop complex machinery while mentoring junior engineers to optimize equipment utilization a...
3 weeks ago
Process Engineer, Level 2 (AE26101530)
$95K - $115K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on process evaluations and documentation. Leverage your expertise in Confluence, Jira, and Git to standardize onboarding and enhance process management in...
2 weeks ago
Process Engineer, Level 2 (AE26101530)
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing process efficiency through evaluations, documentation, and standardization. Leverage your expertise in Confluence, Jira, and Git to drive improvements and sup...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Advance manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and improving processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic battery product...
3 weeks ago
Principal Software Assessment Engineer (AHT)
$103K - $155K *
Unlock your potential as a Secure Access Enablement Engineer, ensuring secure provisioning on classified cloud platforms. Collaborate with DoD security authorities and industry partners to enhance fun...
4 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Champion quality excellence by leading cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with quality standards, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and mentoring staff to enhance operational effect...
1 week ago
Senior Engineer, Software Engineering
$135K - $165K *
Deliver innovative software solutions for cabin systems, enhancing user experience across multiple platforms. Collaborate through all product development stages, ensuring quality and functionality in...
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$120K - $145K *
Create and operate advanced testing infrastructure for aerospace systems, ensuring all designs meet rigorous quality and performance standards. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance capabilities...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Lead Engineer - Mechanical Component
$95K - $115K *
Champion the design and development of mechanical components, enhancing existing products while ensuring adherence to engineering standards. Collaborate across teams to drive technical improvements an...
5 days ago
$98K - $142K *
Advance process engineering for GaAs IC and RF Power Transistors, focusing on Wet Etch. Drive improvements in quality, yield, and productivity while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhanc...
1 week ago
$70K - $130K *
Transform production efficiency by integrating Industrial Engineering solutions, analyzing workflows, and enhancing processes through automation and continuous improvement initiatives in a collaborati...
3 days ago
$63K - $117K *
Analyze and optimize workflows and production processes to enhance efficiency and safety. Collaborate with engineers to implement layout improvements and establish training programs, driving operation...
1 week ago
$63K - $117K *
Optimize workflows and production processes to enhance efficiency and safety. Collaborate with engineers to redesign layouts and implement cost-control measures, while leading training programs for pe...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate reliability engineering by developing test plans, conducting failure analysis, and modeling data for AI-scale cable assemblies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-performan...
1 week ago
Software Engineer - Integration and Test
$91K - $137K *
Execute integration and testing of software in a dynamic environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operation and documentation throughout the software development lifec...
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What does a Quality Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.