Job Title: Quality Engineer

Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity:

The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring circuit assemblies and electronic assemblies meet engineering, contractual, and quality requirements throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. This role provides engineering-level oversight of circuit assembly processes, supports Material Review Board (MRB) activities, develops Quality Control Plans (QCPs), and ensures inspection and test methods align with engineering and program requirements. The position serves as the technical authority for circuit assembly-related quality, supporting manufacturing, test, and supplier performance while driving defect prevention and corrective action.

Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering oversight and technical guidance for circuit assembly, soldering and electronic integration processes to ensure compliance with engineering requirements and IPC standards

• Review and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical data packages to establish inspection and acceptance criteria

• Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Control Plans (QCPs) and inspection criteria for circuit assemblies and electronic components

• Support and participate in Material Review Board (MRB) activities including evaluation of nonconforming circuit assemblies, root cause analysis, and disposition development (use-as-is, repair, rework, scrap)

• Ensure proper documentation and control of nonconforming material in accordance with company quality procedures and regulatory standards

• Provide technical support to manufacturing and inspection personnel on circuit assembly workmanship standards, defect identification, and acceptance criteria (e.g., solder joints, component placement, cleanliness, coating)

• Investigate recurring defects related to circuit assemblies (e.g., solder defects, component failures, workmanship issues) and support corrective action activities

• Develop and refine inspection and verification processes to ensure adequate defect detection while maintaining production efficiency

• Review supplier documentation including Certificates of Conformance (Co Cs), test data, and traceability records for circuit assemblies and components

• Identify risks associated with circuit assembly design, manufacturing processes, and supplier performance; escalate systemic issues impacting product quality or delivery

• Support program quality teams by analyzing defect data, yield trends, and failure modes related to circuit assemblies

• Ensure circuit assembly manufacturing and inspection processes comply with the Quality Management System (QMS) and applicable industry standards (e.g., AS9100, IPC standards)

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related technical field) or equivalent experience

• Experience in electronics manufacturing, circuit assembly, or quality engineering within a production environment

• Strong ability to read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, specifications, and technical data packages

• Working knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610 required; IPC-620 preferred)

• Experience with MRB processes, nonconforming material control, and corrective action methodologies

• Experience developing inspection plans, quality control plans, or similar quality documentation

• Proficiency with circuit assembly inspection tools and methods (microscopes, measurement tools, etc.)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to electronic manufacturing defects

Desired:

• Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments

• Familiarity with AS9100 Quality Management Systems and audit requirements

• Experience with electronic quality systems such as TipQA, or similar NCR/MRB tracking systems

• Experience supporting supplier quality improvement initiatives for circuit assemblies or electronic components

• Knowledge of conformal coating, so

What You Can Expect: A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$65,000 - $136,500

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.