Quality Assurance Specialist - 30784

HII's Mission Technologies division•Lynnwood, WA

22d•$63,143 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

HII’s Mission Technologies Global Security group is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to support shipboard work at locations in Seattle and Everett, Washington. The position reports to the Pacific Northwest Region Quality Assurance Manager and supports implementation and oversight of quality policies and procedures. The specialist monitors production operations, conducts tests, inspections, and surveillances aboard customer vessels, and provides guidance to Quality Assurance and Production personnel. The role also supports training and the development and execution of procedures aligned with quality objectives.

Requirements

High school education and 5 years of relevant experience, or an associate degree and 3 years of relevant experience; certification may be required.
Ability to read and interpret ship installation drawings and Liaison Action Requests (LARs).
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with customers, senior managers, and internal employees to manage and resolve Quality Assurance issues.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Project, and PDF reader programs such as Adobe Pro and Nuance.
Practical Quality Control testing and inspection experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
Ability to obtain base access credentials within the first 60 days of hire and maintain them throughout employment.
Ability to travel, with possible travel of up to 25%.
U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Current or previous NDT Level II Visual Inspection Certification and documentation of on-the-job training hours.
Strong knowledge of structural system installation, including welding, structural fit-up, and applicable installation standards.
Experience working in Naval Shipyards or military facilities.
Maintenance and repair experience on NAVSEA contracts.
Experience distributing and managing training programs.
Familiarity with NAVSEA Standard Items; TS9090-310 Navy Modernization Program Management and Operations Manual; Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM); Requirements for Welding and Brazing Procedure and Performance Qualification (S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248); Requirements for Fabrication Welding and Inspection, and Casting Inspection and Repair for Machinery, Piping, and Pressure Vessels (S9074-AR-GIB-010/278); Requirements for Nondestructive Testing Methods (T9074-AS-GIB-010/271); Nondestructive Testing Acceptance Criteria (MIL-STD-20335A); and Quality Assurance Workbooks.
Experience installing systems or equipment aboard marine vessels, or inspecting their installation.
Experience with electrical and equipment installation on marine vessels.

Responsibilities

Review, update, approve, track, release, and close Quality Assurance Workbooks (QAWB) for installations aboard customer vessels.
Assist in preparing Quality Control Reports supporting onboard installations.
Conduct Quality Control tests and inspections aboard customer vessels.
Conduct daily quality surveillances of in-process work aboard customer vessels.
Participate as a Quality representative in Quality Committee meetings and may participate in Quality Staff meetings.
Provide guidance and recommendations based on surveillance and other quality metrics to improve performance in onboard installation teams.
Support workforce training on the Quality Management System (QMS).
Assist in identifying, documenting, and tracking rework within monitored installations.
Lead or assist with fact-finding investigations and develop final investigation reports.
Assist in preparing formal responses to customer Corrective Action Requests (CARs) and administer CARs through the Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) Program.