Quality Engineer
Vatn Systems
Bristol, RI · Posted July 29, 2026
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About the job
The Quality Engineer is responsible for owning the fundamentals of the Quality Management System across our S6 and S12 product lines. Translates technical input from manufacturing, suppliers, and customers into root-caused corrective action, contract-compliant documentation, and closed-loop DFM feedback to design engineering. Beyond day-to-day quality engineering, this role builds and strengthens the QMS processes, tooling, and supplier quality practices that keep both product lines audit-ready as they scale from prototype to production.
Required Skill
Solid understanding of quality management systems (ISO 9001, AS9100) and root cause problem-solving processes
Ability to apply engineering/technical knowledge to quality decisions
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer/contract specifications
Working knowledge of AS9102 and familiarity with CMM inspection data
Some experience with supplier quality, including audits and corrective action, and comfort splitting that work with others as the team grows
Ability to work cross-functionally between engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and customers
Strong verbal and written communication skills
U.S. Person status required
B.S. degree or higher in an engineering discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience
Preferred Skills
Experience in start-up environments
Experience with unmanned/autonomous systems, subsea, or robotics
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification
Experience standing up a QMS at an early-stage or scaling company
Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC)
Vatn Systems is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially having you join our team in shaping the future of autonomous underwater vehicles.