Quality Engineer (Associate or Experienced)
Boeing · Smithfield, PA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $83k–$113k
- Travel
- 5%
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 1+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Boeing (aerospace & defense) in Smithfield, PA. 1+ year of experience with quality Inspection and/or auditing.
- They ask for
- 1+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause
- Base pay
- $83k–$113k
- Day to day
- about 5% travel · relocation help
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in Pennsylvania: typical posted base $83k–$123k. This one lists $83k–$113k.
Median of the low and high ends of 13 live postings that list pay, out of 38 quality engineer openings in Pennsylvania, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 37 other live quality postings in Pennsylvania.
- Base pay
- About 7% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (1+ vs 5+)
Typical $85k–$125k, from 12 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 61%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 42%
- Supplier quality 42%
- ✓ Team leadership 37%
- Lean 37%
- Six Sigma 37%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Boeing in Smithfield
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Responsibilities
- ◆Researches contractual and Boeing Quality Management System
requirements
for applicability to specific proposals and program processes and documentation
- ✓Develops sections of quality metrics, design and production certification plans to ensure compliance with contractual, Company and regulatory
requirements
- ✓Analyzes capability assessments to support supplier selection activities
- ✓Participates in various reviews to ensure quality attributes are incorporated into product designs
- ✓Performs data analysis to ensure manufacturing and test readiness
- ✓Provides material review dispositions for non-conformances
- ✓Analyzes non-conformance trends to evaluate effectiveness of corrective actions
- ✓Compiles performance reports and other statistical data to ensure specified processes capability levels are achieved
- ✓Works under general supervision
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location option.
Basic
(Required Skills/Experience)
- ✓Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
- ✓1+ year of experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- ✓1+ year of experience with quality Inspection and/or auditing
- ✓1+ year of experience with root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA)
- ✓1+ year of experience working with Non-conformance (NCR) processes
(Desired Skills/Experience)
- ✓Level 3: 3 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- ✓3+ years of experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- ✓3+ years of experience with quality Inspection and/or auditing
- ✓3+ years of experience with root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA) methods
- ✓3+ years of experience working with Non-conformance (NCR) processes
- ✓3+ years of experience in aerospace, fabrication, or manufacturing environment
Experienced level (Level 3): USD $100,300 – $135,700
Language
Requirements
Not Applicable
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
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Company
Argon ST
Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has exciting opportunities for Quality Engineers (Associate or Experienced) to join our dynamic team in Smithfield, PA!
This position’s primary duties will be supporting the B-52 Certified Engine Replacement Program performing First Article Inspection (FAI), Corrective Actions, Non-Conformance Review (NCR) disposition, review/approving/interpreting engineering drawing requirements, approving work instructions, and interfacing with customers and stakeholders.
Position
Conflict of Interest
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process
Drug Free Workplace
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies .
Travel
Position may require travel up to 5% of the time.
Shift
This role may be on first or second shift; The candidate must be able to work any shift assigned.
Pay & Benefits
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range
Associate level (Level 2): USD $83,300- $112,700
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Export Control Requirement
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Safety Sensitive
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.
Security Clearance
This position does not require a Security Clearance.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift
Shift 1 (United States of America)
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