Associate Quality Assurance Technician

Leonardo DRS, Inc. • Fitchburg, MA

15d • $38,774 - $53,315

About The Position

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business provides naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology, and support solutions to the U.S. Navy and navies around the world. The Associate Quality Assurance Technician collects and reviews quality data and documentation, inspects products for conformance, and supports Quality Engineers with inspection planning, investigations, audits, and calibration activities. The role also provides routine technical support and may involve testing, modifying, reworking, repairing, or building electronic, optical, or mechanical assemblies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and some experience in manufacturing and quality.
• Strong decision-making and leadership skills.
• Experience handling small, delicate components and using ESD practices.
• Experience safely handling chemicals.
• Experience using computer applications, including Access, Excel, and LabVIEW.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

• Soldering and wire bonding experience.
• Experience with MRP.

Responsibilities

• Collect data and review documentation for conformance, accuracy, and completeness.
• Coordinate and/or inspect products for conformance to drawings and documentation.
• Interpret and apply industry standards such as IPC 610 and ANSI J-STD-001.
• Assist Quality Engineers with developing inspection plans, conducting MRB investigations, and performing process surveillance and audit activities.
• Collect calibration data, coordinate and perform calibration activities, and assist with verifying equipment and tooling status and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Provide routine technical support to engineers and scientists on standard components, devices, materials, products, processes, and equipment.
• Test, modify, rework, repair, and build electronic, optical, or mechanical assemblies as needed.
• Work from standard wiring and assembly drawings, operation sheets, engineering specifications, and sketches.
• Design and/or test prototype assemblies and production units.
• Perform related manufacturing processes.
• Interpret and follow SOPs and safety rules.
• Ensure compliance with applicable company safety and regulatory requirements, including State and Federal regulations and certification requirements.
• Interface with other departments to support efficient flow of information and materials.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-matching 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development support.
• Life and disability insurance coverage.
• Employees may be eligible for annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay for non-exempt employees, as applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED