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Senior Quality Engineer (Job ID 1396)
Job Location:
Job Location:
Norfolk, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 90000 - 120000
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
8 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Senior Quality Engineer
Purpose:
Colonnas Shipyard is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to support operations at our shipyard in Norfolk VA.
The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for problem analysis surveillance activities and new process development (including procedures Process Control Plans (PCPs) test results and training requirements). This role also conducts internal and external audits of the Quality Management System and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
Job Description:
- Develop PCPs and other required processes to meet contract and customer requirements.
- Review for accuracy Test and Inspection Plans Required Report Lists and/or subcontractor quality documents to meet contract requirements.
- Create and update Quality Processes as required.
- Investigate and respond to customer complaints and discrepancies through the Corrective Action Program.
- Investigate problems that arise during production to formulate resolutions with all parties.
- Create Quality Engineering reports to include quality metrics. Analyze quality metrics to identify trends improve production efficiency and reduce costly rework.
- Suggest and evaluate alternative methods and procedures to resolve problems.
- Serve as a liaison with customers on quality and corrective action related issues.
- Perform internal and external audits as required.
- Coordinate and manage the Corrective Action Program the Non-Conforming Product Program and other quality programs as assigned; provide statistical data to meet quality objectives and contract requirements.
- Investigate non-conformances compile objective evidence and lead root-cause analyses to ensure timely closures of Corrective Actions.
- Provide problem solving and analysis to determine underlying issues with non-conforming items.
- Develop document and audit practices program quality metrics and reporting systems.
- Provide quality surveillance of various services performed throughout the enterprise.
- Review and approve quality requirements for manufacturing planning supplier purchase orders and engineering specifications to ensure contract compliance.
- Provide additional quality services or perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Must have a bachelors degree in an Engineering Quality or Management field (or equivalent work experience) with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in shipbuilding ship repair manufacturing relevant engineering services or other similar technical fields including at least five (5) years in quality risk or other related role.
- Must have knowledge of quality techniques and systems including quality specifications and advanced quality systems.
- Must be familiar with shipyard environments repair availabilities and newbuild construction.
- Must be able to identify effective root causes corrective actions and preventive measures using disciplined problem-solving methods and statistical analysis.
- Must have knowledge of ISO standards NAVSEA Standard Items ABS requirements USCG requirements ASME requirements and various quality and statistical techniques.
- Must have excellent interpersonal negotiation communication and writing skills. Strong analytical mathematical and interpersonal skills to collaborate with production teams and external stakeholders.
- Must be open minded collaborative skills to work with the other areas of the company to include production project/program management finance subcontracts subcontractors and suppliers.
- Must have strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
- Must have relevant Department of Defense experience including direct experience working with government customers.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain access to government installations (DBIDS) as required.
Desired Qualifications:
- NDT and/or welding certification or related knowledge preferred.
- Six Sigma ASQ certifications or auditor training (ISO 9001) is highly advantageous.
Physical Requirements:
- Sit Stand Walk Bend Squat Climb Reach Push and Pull Stoop Crawl Kneel Balance Lift and Carry various objects and equipment.
- General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require standing and walking for up to 30% of the time.
- Lighting and temperature are adequate and there is minimal exposure to hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise dust etc Hear talk and smell.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Work is generally performed within an office environment with standard office equipment available but also requires safe navigation and regular partnership with operations teams within shipyard/industrial environments.
Respect Pride Truth Family These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.
Colonnas Shipyard Inc. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Additionally Colonnas Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health wellness and future to include medical/dental/vision options company paid disability insurances 401k with match legal services as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Pay Range: $90000 - $120000
Determination of base salary considers various factors including but not limited to scope of responsibility candidates relative and specific experience education level key skills as well as other business considerations. The company also provides a variety of benefits to support employees best health and wellness. Additionally the company offers a 401k retirement program with match paid holidays and competitive paid time off (PTO)
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Colonna’s Shipyard delivers the highest quality ship repair, machining and steel fabrication services to both the commercial and government markets.
