
Quality Engineer II
Sierra Space · Middleton, WI
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $74k–$101k
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Sierra Space (aerospace & defense) in Middleton, WI.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Root cause, SPC, FMEA, CAPA, GD&T, ISO 9001
- Base pay
- $74k–$101k
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in Wisconsin: typical posted base $76k–$106k. This one lists $74k–$101k.
Median of the low and high ends of 12 live postings that list pay, out of 39 quality engineer openings in Wisconsin, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Wisconsin plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 38 other live quality postings in Wisconsin.
- Base pay
- In line with similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Typical $76k–$106k, from 11 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 62%
- Supplier quality 41%
- ✓ SPC 38%
- ✓ FMEA 36%
- Team leadership 36%
- Control plans 36%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
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This plant: Sierra Space in Middleton
1 other open role at this site · 11 people we found in quality roles at Sierra Space.
- Mechanical Technician II · Reliability · Technician
Full description from Sierra SpaceAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
About the Role
The Quality Engineer II is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance protocols and methods for processing materials into partially finished or finished products. This role involves planning, implementing, and managing compliance of manufacturing and production processes with internal and external safety, quality, and regulatory standards
requirements
for worldwide distribution. The engineer will design methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of production processes, production equipment, and finished products.
This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance protocols and methods for processing materials into partially finished or finished products. It requires planning, implementing, and managing compliance of manufacturing and production processes with internal and external safety, quality, and regulatory standards to meet
requirements
for worldwide distribution. The role also includes designing methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of production processes, equipment, and finished products.
Responsibilities
include conducting inspections and tests to ensure products meet quality standards and specifications, analyzing data to identify trends, and recommending improvements in production processes and quality assurance protocols. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to address quality issues and implement corrective actions. Additional duties include documenting quality assurance activities, maintaining accurate records, and utilizing knowledge of electrical and mechanical drawings along with familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). The position also ensures compliance with IPC and NASA requirements, applies understanding of Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), and actively participates in Corrective Action Reports (CAR). Finally, the role involves participating in internal audits and applying basic internal audit training.
About You
Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.
We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum
qualifications
below. The
preferred qualifications
are a bonus, not a requirement.
Qualifications
- ✓Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
- ✓Typically 2+ years of related experience.
- ✓Basic understanding of Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA).
- ✓Basic Internal Audit Training.
- ✓The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Certifications in quality assurance or inspection (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer).
- ✓Experience in a manufacturing or quality assurance environment.
- ✓Proficiency with quality management systems and standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
- ✓Experience with advanced quality assurance tools and techniques, such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
- ✓Familiarity with quality management software and databases.
- ✓Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- ✓Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- ✓Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- ✓Experience conducting internal audits and implementing corrective actions.
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Sierra Space Careers
At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.
Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.
Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.
We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.
Pay Range
$73,544.00 - $101,141.75
Important notice
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Elevate Your Career
At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.
We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.
Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and
