Attalon is a U.S.-based aerospace and defense technology company formed through the 2025 carve-out of Coherent's Aerospace & Defense division by Advent International. Attalon designs and manufactures mission-critical optical systems, precision coatings, and advanced laser subsystems for ISR&T, space, missiles, and directed energy applications.

The Lead Quality Engineer is a professional who, in support of, and under limited supervision of the Quality Assurance Manager, can understand and apply the principles of product and service quality evaluation and control. This body of knowledge and applied technologies include, but are not limited to: Probability, Statistical Quality Control and Design of Experiments; Metrology, Inspection and Test; Audit of Quality Systems for deficiency identification and correction; Human factors and motivation; and Quality Information Systems.

Responsibilities

Assist the Quality Assurance Manager with development and operation of Quality Systems.
Review proposed contracts, products and processes to avoid or eliminate unnecessary quality difficulties.
Plan the quality measurements and controls on materials, processes, and product that provides adequate control of quality at minimum quality related costs.
Determine that manufacturing processes have sufficient capability to meet quality requirements.
Analyze quality information and feed back analyses and recommendations for adjustment to product design, manufacturing processes, equipment, and the quality system.
Inspection of optical components and hardware
Provide leadership in the application of statistical methods to diagnose and correct improper quality practices, workmanship and process problems.
On behalf of the Quality Assurance Manager, carry out essential steps in establishing and maintaining the company quality system.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum 6 years of experience in one or more branches of Quality Assurance
BS/MS in Quality Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, the Basic Sciences or equivalent degree

Preferred Qualifications

Strong skills in inspection, writing, interpersonal communications
Knowledge of Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Statistical Methods
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with challenging customers and suppliers
Understanding Mil-Specs, ANSI, ISO etc.
CMM Experience
Skilled with interferometers, spectrophotometers, calipers, micrometers, Coordinate
Measurement Machines, lasers and electronic test equipment
American Society for Quality certification as a Quality Engineer preferred

For California, the salary range for this position is: $106,685 - $146,692 per year.
Please note this range is provided as a general guideline. When determining an offer, Attalon takes into account multiple factors, including (but not limited to) the responsibilities of the position, your professional experience, education and training, specialized skills, and current market and business conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Attalon, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Export Control Compliance

This role involves access to technology, materials, software, or hardware subject to U.S. export control laws. Therefore, to be considered, candidates must be classified as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or be eligible for authorization under a U.S. government export license.

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Lead Quality Engineer - Aerospace & Defense