Quality Assurance Specialist, Sr.

Nationwide Technical Resources Corp•Sparks Glencoe, MD

57d•$80,000 - $92,000

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and meticulous Quality Assurance Specialist to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will support the maintenance and continuous improvement of the QMS in accordance with applicable standards such as ISO 9001, AS9100 standards (i.e., etc.).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or another technical field.
2–5 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Systems, preferably in manufacturing or technology environments.
Working knowledge of quality management systems and audit processes.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with quality management software is beneficial.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar quality standards.
Experience supporting internal and external audits.
Familiarity with root cause analysis tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone, or FMEA.

Nice To Haves

Experience in RF, electronics, or defense‑related manufacturing environments is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Support maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar standards.
Conduct internal audits and support external customer, regulatory, and certification audits.
Develop, maintain, analyze, and report quality metrics and trends to identify improvement opportunities.
Assist with corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), including root cause analysis and verification of effectiveness.
Support document control activities, including review, revision, and maintenance of procedures, work instructions, and quality records.
Perform vendor management activities and participate in investigations of product, process, or supplier nonconformances.
Support supplier quality tasks such as evaluations, surveys, site visits, and corrective actions.
Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to promote quality awareness and compliance.
Assist in training employees on quality processes, procedures, and best practices.
Ensure quality records are accurate, complete, and maintained per retention requirements.
Support continuous improvement initiatives using quality tools and methodologies.