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Senior Quality Engineer

Saab · Bristol, RI

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Level
Senior
Team
Quality
Base pay
$102k–$127k
Travel
10%
Degree
Required
Experience asked
7+ years
Industry
Aerospace & defense
Posted
Yesterday

The role in 30 seconds

A senior quality role at Saab (aerospace & defense) in Bristol, RI. Establish, maintain, and implement program quality plans.

They ask for
7+ years · degree required
Tools it names
Root cause, ISO 9001, AS9100, Internal audits
Base pay
$102k–$127k
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage · about 10% travel

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Quality Engineer roles in Rhode Island: typical posted base $97k–$129k. This one lists $102k–$127k.

Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 10 quality engineer openings in Rhode Island, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Rhode Island plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 9 other live quality postings in Rhode Island.

Experience asked
More than usual (7+ vs 3+)

Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Root cause 70%
  • ✓ ISO 9001 70%
  • ✓ AS9100 40%
  • APQP 40%
  • CAPA 40%
  • Lean 30%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 7+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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Off-shift / weekend coverage

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Responsibilities

  • ◆Support programs as the Quality representative.
  • ◆Establish, maintain, and implement program quality plans.
  • ◆Provide Quality Clauses for Purchase Requisitions.
  • ◆Approve suppliers for assigned programs.
  • ◆Participate in reviews of program documents (plans, specifications, etc.) and result documents (formal test reports, analyses, etc.) from a quality and risk perspective.
  • ◆Perform internal release and final inspections prior to customer deliveries, including customer and government source inspections.
  • ◆Approve shipping requests for assigned programs.
  • ◆Approve deviations and waivers from suppliers and internally.
  • ◆Serve as the customer interface for assigned programs from a Quality perspective.
  • ◆Complete assigned internal audits and follow up on action items and/or corrective actions.
  • ◆Provide Certificates of Conformance for deliveries.
  • ◆Complete assigned costing efforts by estimating the level of effort and associated costs in support of proposal activities.
  • ◆Approve supplier FAIs and Source Inspections.
  • ◆Lead customer-driven Corrective Action Requests to closure.
  • ◆Serve as the Quality Cost Account Manager (CAM) for assigned programs.
  • ◆Perform internal, supplier, site, project, and quality audits, and conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
  • ◆Report quality status to customers and the Quality Manager.
  • ◆Monitor quality deviations within the program.
  • ◆Monitor program quality objectives.
  • ◆Support Procurement, Production, and Engineering concerning quality and environmental issues.
  • ◆Report risks to program management.
  • ◆Support ECN/R generation and review, and participate in CCB activities.
  • ◆Identify and/or process nonconforming material.
  • ◆Provide internal manufacturing product support for NCMs, PCAs, FAIs, etc.
  • ◆Participate in internal and/or external MRBs.
  • ◆Travel domestically up to 10% annually, as required.

Required Qualifications

  • ✓Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, or a related field with 7+ years of experience, or a Master's degree with 5+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • ✓Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality results.
  • ✓Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive and lead change.
  • ✓Working knowledge of quality management systems per ISO 9001 and/or AS9100.
  • ✓Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, if required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • ✓Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) programs, procedures, and processes.
  • ✓Working knowledge of SEI CMMI processes.
  • ✓ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification.
  • ✓IPC or other relevant industry certifications.

Citizenship

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility

requirements

for access to classified information.

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Job Description

At Saab, Inc. in Bristol, RI, you have the opportunity to join a dynamic Quality Assurance team supporting the development of complex AUS systems. The ideal candidate will be eager to expand their Quality Engineering expertise and skills. Saab provides an excellent working environment with opportunities for advancement and professional growth, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Drug-Free Workplaces

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.

Highlights include

  • •Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
  • •Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
  • •401(k) with employer contributions
  • •Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
  • •Wellness and employee assistance resources
  • •Employee stock purchase opportunities
  • •Short-term and long-term disability coverage

About Us

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.

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