Advanced Quality Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems • Canonsburg, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems is seeking an Advanced Quality Engineer to design, implement, and maintain quality assurance protocols for processing materials into finished products. The role involves developing inspection, testing, and evaluation methods to assess production processes, equipment, and finished products. The position is fully onsite in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, and requires U.S. citizenship. Candidates must be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance within a reasonable time and meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, a related specialized area, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus at least 5 years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree plus at least 3 years of relevant experience. Equivalent experience is also mentioned.
• Fully proficient knowledge of engineering methodologies, tools, and standards, including software, electrical, or systems engineering.
• Fully proficient knowledge of ISO 9001:2008, CMMI, ISO 14001, ASME, ANSI, EIA, and related standards.
• Fully proficient knowledge of relevant inspection and measurement tools and techniques.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance within a reasonable time and meet U.S. Government eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in defense contracting or similarly regulated industries such as medical device, automotive, or nuclear.
• Ability to describe a specific example of leading a cross-functional continuous improvement initiative.
• Familiarity with AI tools such as Claude or equivalent platforms.
• Background in electro-mechanical or highly technical products; candidates with exclusively chemical or laboratory backgrounds will not be considered.
• Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement Quality Plans based on the internal Quality System and customer requirements.
• Support the tailoring of processes to meet program requirements.
• Monitor build and test activities to ensure compliance with Quality Plans, customer requirements, and approved GDMS processes.
• Ensure effective records of the as-built product configuration.
• Monitor and participate in deviation and engineering change processes to ensure effective change management and transfer to manufacturing.
• Monitor nonconformances and use root-cause analysis to address systemic defects.
• Perform program-specific audits and surveillance to evaluate compliance with processes, quality plans, and customer requirements.
• Participate in supplier evaluation and selection, and monitor supplier performance to identify development opportunities.
• Collect and report quality metrics to identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Lead systemic defect investigations and root-cause/corrective-action efforts with cross-functional teams.
• Implement Quality System policies, procedures, and instructions as required.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible time off
• Paid parental leave
• Healthcare benefits
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee resource and social groups
• Flexible schedules, including an optional 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
• Opportunities for continuous learning and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior