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Senior Hardware Quality Engineer

Indianapolis, IN
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.


We are seeking a Senior Hardware Quality Engineer (HQE) to fill a key role on our Indianapolis team. This position ensures that hardware systems meet rigorous quality standards and customer expectations. The HQE will lead quality assurance efforts, monitor system performance, and drive continuous improvement aligned with AS9100 standards.


Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead quality assurance activities to ensure compliance with internal and external standards
  • Monitor and report on quality system performance and metrics
  • Implement and track corrective/preventive actions and process improvements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including customers, suppliers, and leadership
  • Provide training and tools to support quality initiatives across the organization
  • Ensure contract compliance and execute quality tasks within AS9100 framework

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, Engineering, or related field
  • Ability to support diverse technologies and adapt across multiple domains
  • Proficiency in Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies
  • Experience with AS9100 systems and audit procedures
  • Strong analytical skills in root-cause analysis and corrective actions
  • Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
  • Proven ability to lead and inspire continuous improvement initiatives

 Desired Skills

  • Technical expertise in military mechanical, electro-mechanical, and electronic systems
  • Knowledge of IPC J-STD-001 Standard Soldering Requirements and IPC 620 Cable and Harness Assemblies
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent problem-solving ability 
  • Admirable communication and collaboration with teams 
  • A keen eye for details to ensure accurate measurements
  • Robust time management and organizational skills
  • Coach and mentor fellow employees
  • Self-driven and responsible employee
  • Contribute to measurable team and organizational objectives

 Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related technical field preferred
  • Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

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About V2X

V2X

V2X is a global mission support and services company that provides integrated solutions to U.S. defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies. Formed through the merger of Vertex Aerospace and Vectrus, the company delivers end-to-end support across logistics, maintenance, infrastructure operations, IT services, and mission readiness for military installations and deployed environments worldwide.

For job seekers, V2X offers a broad range of career opportunities spanning aviation maintenance, logistics, engineering support, cybersecurity, IT services, facilities management, and program management. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning service members, and cleared professionals who want to continue supporting defense missions in hands-on operational roles both in the United States and overseas.

Unlike traditional defense manufacturers focused on building platforms, V2X specializes in sustaining and enabling mission operations. Employees often work directly in support of military readiness—maintaining aircraft, managing base operations, supporting deployed logistics, and ensuring critical infrastructure functions reliably in challenging environments. This makes V2X particularly relevant for professionals who prefer operational, field-based, and mission sustainment work.

As global defense operations become more complex and logistics-heavy, demand continues to grow for integrated support providers like V2X. For professionals seeking stable, mission-focused careers with strong ties to real-world military operations, V2X stands out as a key employer in the defense services and readiness ecosystem.

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