QA Engineer I (WEST)

Establish quality standards for products and processes, then audit production lines, raw materials, and suppliers to ensure compliance with formal external standards like ISO 9001. Conduct root cause analysis on defects and non-conformities to recommend corrective actions, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and supplier representatives to mitigate quality risks. Design and install sophisticated testing equipment to perform product analysis that minimizes failure rates. This entry-level role supports the design and production of munitions and missile subsystems for the U.S. military, requiring up to 25% travel.