Quality Engineer - Quality Improvement

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Quality Engineer – Quality Improvement responsible for driving

quality performance across the full product and process lifecycle, from initial

concept through production and post-delivery support. This role leads cross-

functional efforts to identify, prioritize, and resolve quality issues while

implementing sustainable improvements that enhance reliability, efficiency, and

customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate thrives in environments requiring

ownership, coordination, and disciplined execution of improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support Lean manufacturing initiatives to improve quality, efficiency, and throughput

• Apply Lean tools (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, etc.) to identify and eliminate waste

• Utilize A3 problem-solving methodology to investigate issues and implement sustainable corrective actions

• Support and align improvement activities with Policy Deployment (Hoshin Kanri) objectives and strategic goals

• Analyze quality data and process metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process standardization and best practices

• Support internal audits, corrective/preventive actions (CAPA), and continuous improvement projects

• Train team members on Lean principles, A3 thinking, and quality tools

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field

• 3+ years of experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, or continuous improvement roles

• Strong working knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (Six Sigma, Lean, SPC, FMEA, Control Plans)

• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing stakeholders without direct authority

• Experience with A3 problem-solving methodology and understanding of Policy Deployment (Hoshin Kanri)

• Strong analytical and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

• Experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments

• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, and advanced quality planning processes

This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) https://www.govinfo.gov/link/uscode/8/1324b.

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.