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Quality Engineer I

Zone 5 Technologies
San Luis Obispo, Remotefull_timePosted 19 May 2026

About the role

<div class="content-intro"><p>At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in unmanned aircraft systems. Our team of engineers and innovators is developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions that push the boundaries of UAS technology - solving complex challenges that matter.</p> <p>We're building the future of UAS capabilities, and we're looking for exceptional talent to join us. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on next-generation flight systems, you belong here.</p></div><p><strong>Role Summary</strong></p> <p>The Quality Engineer I supports production quality activities under supervision, learning AS9100 requirements, inspection processes, and nonconformance management. This role provides foundational exposure to supplier quality through documentation review and incoming quality support.</p> <p> </p> <p>This role involves working closely with engineers, production technicians, and operations teams to support multiple programs and value streams.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support production quality issue resolution with inspectors and manufacturing teams</li> <li>Assist with nonconformance (NCR) documentation and tracking</li> <li>Support root cause analysis and corrective actions under guidance</li> <li>Assist with first article inspection (FAI) preparation and documentation</li> <li>Review quality records for completeness and compliance</li> <li>Supplier Quality Support</li> <li>Review supplier documentation (CofCs, FAI packages) for completeness</li> <li>Support incoming inspection issue tracking</li> <li>Learn supplier nonconformance and escalation processes</li> <li>Maintain quality documentation per QMS requirements</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications: </strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience)</li> <li>0–2 years experience in manufacturing or quality</li> <li>Basic understanding of print reading and GD&T</li> <li>Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO quality systems preferred</li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Pay range for this role</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$85,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$98,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>What's in it for you:</strong></p> <p

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