Senior Quality Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 13, 2026.
Description
Mini-Circuits designs, manufactures and distributes integrated circuits, modules, and sub-systems for high performance radio frequency (RF) and microwave applications. With design, sales and manufacturing locations in over 30 countries, Mini-Circuits’ products are used in a range of wired and wireless communications applications. Our products are also used in detection, measurement and imaging applications, including military communication, guidance and electronic countermeasure systems, commercial, scientific, military land, sea and aircraft; automotive systems, medical systems, and industrial test equipment.
Mini-Circuits’ sells our products to over 20,000 customers globally through our direct sales force, applications engineering staff, sales representatives, as well as through our extensive web site.
Salary Range: $155,000 - $180,000 per year
Position Summary:
The Sr. Manager of Quality Assurance is responsible for promotes and implements the Quality Management System by means of monitoring, evaluating and reporting of all Quality related activities. These tasks are to be accomplished in accordance with the Quality Management System Manual. All Quality Assurance activities shall be directed towards customer satisfaction and continuous quality improvement.
Job Function:
- Manage Quality related activities in all areas of the company including the following:
- Inspection
- Internal Auditing
- Calibration
- Failure Analysis
- Corrective and preventive action / Root Cause Analysis
- Reliability Analysis and Stress Testing
- Non-Conforming Material
- Raw Material/Finish Product Qualification
- ESD Control
- Rohs Compliance
- Schedule, monitor and report on internal auditing and other major areas of Quality & Reliability activity. Present summary reports at periodic Management Review meetings.
- Monitor and support subcontractor-related activities (e.g., Qualification, Performance, Corrective Action).
- Monitor and report on effectiveness of internal and external corrective and preventive action activities.
- Monitor and report on inspection yield analysis.
- Provide appropriate customer support, including surveys and RMA support.
- Champion continuous implementation of all systems and procedures to achieve and maintain an ISO 9001/AS9100 registration.
- Promote and implement use of SPC. Lean, 8D Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis.
- Promote and support activities related to establishing product reliability expressed as MTTF and as stress capability, including on-line monitoring of reliability.
- Verify effectiveness of member training.
- Approve ECNs and assign reviewers based on review matrix.
- Control further processing, delivery or installation of nonconforming products or services until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
- To certify Internal Auditors.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering; training in statistical techniques and quality management.
- Minimum of 10 years in relevant activities at similar companies.
- Experience managing teams in roles of increased responsibility.
- Experience in statistical methods, (i.e. sampling, control charts, SPC, etc.)
- Should have had training in leadership skills, statistical techniques, internal auditing and ISO 9000.
PhysicalDemands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfullyperform theessentialfunctionsofthisjob.Whileperformingthedutiesofthisjob,theemployee is regularlyrequired to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionallyrequired to reach with hands and arms.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Cultural Focus:
- Displays enthusiasm and Passion for their work.
- Works to the standard of Uncompromising Quality by meeting or exceeding stated objectives and embracing continuous improvement.
- Exercises sound Business Judgement, ensuring that efforts are on track with the Company’s goals.
- Operates with the mindset of Customer Obsession - by meeting or exceeding expectations to both internal and external customers.
- Takes Accountability by taking ownership and accepting responsibility for their conduct and contributions.
- Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and accomplishes tasks with Speed and attention to detail.
- Cooperates, collaborates and contributes to shared goals with a strong sense of Teamwork.
- Conducts themselves with Honesty & Integrity and treats all members with Trust & Respect.
AdditionalRequirements/Skills:
- Comply,understand,andsupportcorporatesafetyinitiativestoensureasafeworkenvironment
- AbilityandwillingnesstoabidebyCompany’sCodeofConduct
- Occasionaltravel,someovernight,asrequired
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including [paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k)] to eligible employees.
- Comprehensive Medica, Dental and Vision Plans
- 401k and Profit -Sharing Programs
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employer-Sponsored Wellness Plans
- Commuter Benefits
- Hospital & Accident Indemnity Insurance
- Employee Benefit Advocate &Employee Assistance Program
Disclaimer: The listed qualifications and requirements for each position are intended as guidelines. Mini-Circuits reserves the right to hire outside of these guidelines at Management’s discretion.
Mini-Circuits is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, gender identity, gender dysphoria, pregnancy-related condition, and domestic violence victim status or protected class characteristic, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal or state law.