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Quality Assurance Engineer

Moog logoMoog$65,000–$80,000/yrBlacksburg, VAFull timePosted 3w agoStill open, checked every night

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This posting states $65k–$80k a year. Open quality engineer jobs in Virginia post a median of $96.8k a year, the middle half $80k–$115k, across 9 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post.

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About the job

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title

Quality Assurance Engineer

Reporting To

Value Stream Manager

Work Schedule

Onsite – Blacksburg, VA

Moog Space and Defense Group is the operating group with the longest heritage at Moog. The ever-evolving markets we serve require innovation and allow for constantly developing career opportunities. Our expansive defense portfolio is aligned with U.S. military priorities and our mission of “equipping those who defend freedom.” We are also “revolutionizing the way to space” by supporting the return of humans to the Moon and NASA's deep space exploration programs.

Our team in Space and Defense is looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join them. You will report to the Value Stream Manager and will have an onsite work schedule in Blacksburg, VA.

To be considered for the Quality Assurance Engineer, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

  • Bachelor's Degree in an engineering field OR Bachelor's degree with relative work experience in a manufacturing environment OR an associate degree with 3 years of related experience in a manufacturing role.
  • Experience functioning in a team-based manufacturing environment is preferred.

As a Quality Assurance Engineer, you will

  • Work with and maintain confidential information.
  • Utilize word processing, database, and enterprise information systems software. Proficiency in Microsoft Suites is beneficial.
  • Be a self-starter as an individual and function efficiently in a team-based manufacturing environment.
  • Work on motion control and electronic components
  • Perform document review pertaining to contract, industry, and other regulatory flow downs.
  • Use analytical tools such as SPC, Gage R&R, 5 Why or Fault Trees.
  • Be responsible for quote reviews for compliance and quality related cost assignment.
  • You will use statistical/ 6 Sigma tools to maintain both internal and external quality.
  • Provide responses to both internal/ external quality issues with emphasis on prevention and cascading lessons learned to other programs and products.
  • You can expect to develop quality documentation and test procedures.
  • Work with all facets of the organization to maintain compliance to customer/ internal part and specification requirements.
  • Develop and maintain positive customer relations which will require some travel.
  • Identify, analyze, and resolve complex issues by evaluating available data and implementing effective solutions.
  • Other duties as assigned.

How We Care for You

  • Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities , matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.
  • Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
  • Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
  • Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.
  • Onsite pharmacy, clinic, and gym
  • Flexible Friday Afternoon's

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Salary Range Transparency

Blacksburg, VA $65,000.00–$80,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

Moog offers an inclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Absent compliance with these pre-conditions resumes submitted directly to any Moog Inc. employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Moog Inc.

From Moog's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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