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TransMedics · Medical Devices

Senior Quality Systems Engineer

  • Andover, MA
  • On-site
  • Full-time
  • Senior & Principal
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EmploymentFull-time
DeadlineOpen until filled

The role

We are seeking a dynamic, analytical thinking individual to join our Quality team, focusing on Quality Systems, CAPA, Internal Audit, metric reporting and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in medical devices or IVD, with a proven track record in managing quality-related activities in a fast-paced dynamic environment. QMS experience is essential.  This is a four month position to fill in while another employee is on leave.

What you need

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Biomedical Science, or other technical discipline preferred, with 5-7 years of relevant experience in medical device industry, including responsibility for Product Quality and/or Quality Systems
  • A working knowledge of Quality System Standards and regulations, including 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, EU MDR
  • Ability to multi-task, handling multiple projects and changing priorities
  • Experience in the creation and documentation of procedures and processes
  • Must be results-driven and exhibit a sense of urgency
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access experience required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSnice to have

  • Experience participating in internal and external audits, preferably serving as qualified internal auditor
  • Ability to communicate ideas and information clearly, effectively, and frequently (both oral and written)
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
  • Ability to act independently to determine methods and procedures
  • Problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve issues as they arise
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to assimilate with various cross-functional teams

What you'll do

This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

  • Supports the overall QMS processes for the organization. Responsible for activities required to ensure compliance of Quality Management Systems (QMS), specifically regarding CAPA and internal/external audits. Additional responsibilities include supporting other QMS functions such as NCMRs, Supplier Controls, Management Review, Risk Review, etc.
  • Execution and coordination of activities associated with CAPA program, including administration and record management, providing quality input to investigations, reporting, as well as metrics and trending
  • Support CAPA Owners in quality-related technical principles, including but not limited to Problem Solving tools and techniques (Root Cause Analysis, DOE, FMEA, etc.)
  • Manages the Internal Audit program, including scheduling audits, ensuring timely response to findings, as well as metrics and trending
  • Support external audits and inspections by providing subject matter expertise
  • Development of Quality Metrics, and coordination of quality data collection and analyses for use in monthly metrics meetings and Management Reviews
  • Provide quality assurance support cross-functionally across the organization
  • Lead/participate in Risk Management and FMEA initiatives
  • Develop, implement, and manage Quality Control/Quality System process improvements.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement within the Quality System to ensure compliance and efficiency. Correct or improve gaps/opportunities in an independent fashion by writing and releasing new or revised Quality System documentation
  • Understand how and when to escalate quality issues to leadership team within the organization, presenting data and information necessary to draw conclusions and take action
  • Provide training and support to employees on quality processes and procedures
  • Support work on quality plans, quality processes and special projects, as required
  • Perform other TransMedics tasks and duties as assigned/required

Pay

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Where you'll work

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Job intelligence

The context around this role

Live data · October 30, 2026

Salary intelligence

How the pay compares

Senior & Principal roles in Massachusetts24 roles publishing pay

Middle half $108,875 to $133,000, median $123,500

Senior & Principal roles in the US325 roles publishing pay

Middle half $104,000 to $143,000, median $123,000
Annual base pay
Annual base payLowMedianHigh
Massachusetts$108,875$123,500$133,000
All US$104,000$123,000$143,000

Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Assurance roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 30, 2026. Nothing is estimated.

Career trajectory

Where this role sits in Quality Assurance

The general path across 988 open Quality Assurance roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not TransMedics's own promotion track.

  1. One step back

    Associate & Specialist

    Often: Quality Engineer · Quality Assurance Specialist

    $81K median272 open
  2. This role

    Senior & Principal

    Often: Quality Engineer · Senior Quality Engineer

    $123K median413 open
  3. Next step

    Manager

    Often: Manager, Quality Assurance · Quality Manager

    $150K median160 open
  4. Later

    Director

    Often: Director, Quality · Director, Product Quality Leader, Biologics

    $210K median127 open
  5. Later

    VP & Executive

    Often: AVP · DX Head of Regions Quality Management and Regulatory Affairs

    $306K median16 open

Skills DNA

What this role leans on

How many of the posting's 28 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.

GMP and compliance: 7 linesLab testing and methods: 3 linesDocumentation and SOPs: 6 linesInvestigations and CAPA: 4 linesRegulatory submissions: 1 lineQuality systems and risk: 8 linesData and digital systems: 1 lineCollaboration and leadership: 8 linesGMPLab testingDocumentationInvestigationsSubmissionsQuality systemsData systemsTeamwork
  • Quality systems and risk8
  • Collaboration and leadership8
  • GMP and compliance7
  • Documentation and SOPs6
  • Investigations and CAPA4
  • Lab testing and methods3
  • Regulatory submissions1
  • Data and digital systems1

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By discipline

  • Quality5 83%
  • Regulatory1 17%

By level

  • Associate & Specialist3 50%
  • Senior & Principal2 33%
  • Manager1 17%
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