Quality Engineer NQA 1

About the role

PAR Systems is a world leader in the design and development of cutting-edge software, automation, and control systems in various industries. We are seeking a high-performing Quality Engineer - NQA-1 to support our company in delivering high-quality products and systems that meet customer, regulatory, and contractual requirements.

Core Responsibilities

• Support project quality planning, including contract/spec review, and ensure all deliverables meet NQA-1, customer, and internal standards
• Participate in design reviews and develop inspection/test plans and quality documentation to ensure requirements are clearly defined and met
• Manage nonconformances and corrective actions (CARs/SCARs), including tracking, root cause analysis, and timely resolution
• Collaborate cross-functionally and with suppliers to resolve quality issues impacting project execution
• Conduct audits, support customer/regulatory reviews, maintain compliant quality records, and analyze data to drive continuous improvement

Success Criteria

• Ensure quality is embedded throughout the project lifecycle, from early planning through execution and final deliverables, by applying practical quality engineering methods that keep projects aligned with requirements
• Apply a diverse range of quality assurance practices to drive meaningful improvements in processes and systems
• Support projects through activities such as contract and specification review, inspection planning, nonconformance management, and corrective action implementation
• Work closely with project teams to ensure quality requirements are clearly defined, understood, and executed
• Bring a deep understanding of government and industry quality codes, standards, and regulations as a trusted advisor and compliance expert
• Lead audits, support supplier quality programs, and conduct detailed compliance checks
• Develop innovative solutions where others see roadblocks, elevating quality standards and addressing challenges head-on
• Bring a commitment to excellence, a collaborative spirit, and the vision to transform challenges into achievements

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial/Quality Engineering or related concentration preferred
• Experience in Quality may be considered in lieu of degree
• 5+ years of hands-on Quality Engineering or Quality Assurance experience
• Direct working knowledge and experience with NQA-1 is preferred
• Experience with nonconformance management, corrective actions, and quality documentation
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple project priorities
• Strong communication skills

Benefits

We offer global team recognition, first-of-a-kind product culture and project exposure, training and development from industry-leading experts, cutting-edge benefit programs, and market competitive pay and benefits based on internal equity. Our starting rate of pay for this salaried position is targeted at $90,000-110,000 annually.