Quality Engineer Jobs in Columbia, MD

A Quality Engineer plays a crucial role in the engineering industry, primarily being responsible for ensuring the quality of processes and products in production. They develop and implement quality control systems, oversee the analysis and inspection of products, and identify and eliminate defects for the highest level of customer satisfaction. They also work to enhance the efficiency of production and reduce costs. They are significantly involved in the development and optimization of inspection processes, the analysis of quality cost problems, or the setup of quality control parameters when launching a new product.

Important skills for a Quality Engineer include statistical analysis, proficiency in auditing and quality testing, an understanding of manufacturing and engineering processes, and strong problem-solving abilities. They should ideally have a Six Sigma Certification or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) credential. Prior to becoming a Quality Engineer, one could serve roles such as a Quality Technician, Quality Inspector, or Process Engineer, which help provide a solid foundation in quality control and process improvement needed in the Quality Engineer role.

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Automation Test Engineer

  • Odenton, MD (13 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Odenton, MD (13 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Description The Digital Modernization sector within Leidos has an opening for a Automation Test Engineer for the Global Solution Management Operations II (GSM-O II) contract. This contract...

F-35 Senior System Engineer (Testing)

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 hours ago

BAE Systems has an exciting opportunity for a F-35 Senior System Engineer (Testing) on the Data Analysis, Products, and Services (DAPS) team. The F-35 Senior System Engineer (Testing) will write...

Principal Engineer Quality

  • Linthicum, MD (11 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Linthicum, MD (11 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 18 hours ago

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is seeking a dedicated Principal Quality Engineer to join our team in Linthicum, MD....

Automation Test Engineer - SCON

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 21 hours ago

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people.Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared...

Quality Engineer

  • Lanham, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lanham, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Description Works with a larger team to support flight hardware development and testing activities through test witnessing and inspections of hardware qualification testing. All work is done to...

Cyber Test Engineer (Onsite)

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers most demanding challenges. Our...

Manufacturing Quality Engineer I

  • Columbia, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 4 days ago

Manufacturing Quality Engineer l with hands-on experience and proven success in managing Quality systems....

Supplier Quality Engineer I

  • Columbia, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 4 days ago

Supplier Quality Engineer l - Global Supplier Quality with hands-on experience and proven success in managing Supplier Quality systems....

Test Engineer - TS Clearance with FS Polygraph

  • Fort Meade, MD (10 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fort Meade, MD (10 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Test Engineer - TS Clearance with FS Polygraph at Hatched Recruitment Group Test Engineer - TS Clearance with FS Polygraph at Hatched Recruitment Group in Fort George G Meade, Maryland Posted in...

Quality Engineer II

  • Silver Spring, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago

QUALITY ENGINEER II Based out of Rocket Lab's site in Silver Spring, Maryland, the Quality Engineer II is responsible for developing and implementing methods to track and reduce manufacturing non-conformances...

Software Quality Engineer III (Mainframe)

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago

ARC is looking for a Software Quality Engineer III to join our team!...

Test Engineer 3

  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE TS/SCI WITH POLYGRAPH SECURITY CLEARANCE (U.S. CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED). Requirements: Eight (8) years experience as a TE in programs and...

Product Quality Engineer - Investment Castings

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago

The Product Quality Engineer for Aerospace Investment Casting manufacturing process will drive product qualifications and quality improvements for key performance indicators (KPIs) of suppliers within...

Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Summary** Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet...

Remote Work

Systems Integration and Test Engineer, Senior

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Lockheed Martin is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Integration & Test Engineer to join the Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) Platform Integration Integrated Product Team (IPT) focused on CPS...

Demographic Data for Columbia, MD

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Quality Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Quality in Construction
Poor quality builds have a detrimental impact on the construction industry. On this course, you will tackle this problem with professional research and insight into the delivery of quality...
Water quality and the biogeochemical engine
Learn about how the quality of water is a direct result of complex bio-geo-chemical interactions, and about how to use these processes to mitigate water quality issues. Interested in environmental...
Quality Engineer - Supplier Quality Evaluation & Management
Every organization wants to purchase and procure the best products for its business interests and customers. This is where its quality engineers play a vital role. Aside from performing tasks...

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Salary for Quality Engineer Jobs in Columbia, MD

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Quality Engineers in Columbia, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.7%
Master's Degree
34.9%
Associate's Degree
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
High School or GED
1.9%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Quality Engineers in Columbia, MD
2-4 years
50.0%
4-6 years
35.0%
6-8 years
10.0%
Less than 1 year
5.0%



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