Quality Assurance Specialist

Thales

17d • $85,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Quality Assurance Specialist Mill Bay, BC (Malahat) Hybrid – Full-time Position Summary The Naval ISS Quality Assurance Specialist applies technical knowledge and expertise with respect to Quality Assurance and Quality Control and is responsible for ensuring that the Thales Chorus 2.0 business management system and program quality processes are implemented and effective in delivering quality across assigned projects. The Naval ISS Quality Assurance Specialist works closely with the Naval ISS Quality Assurance Manager to help develop a culture of quality and customer satisfaction and will help to identify and implement continuous improvement actions in order to meet the objectives of operational performance and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Proven prior experience in Quality Assurance and Quality Control, or related technical discipline.
• Working knowledge / proficiency of DND regulatory requirements, Military standards and regulatory agencies/ institutions such as ABS and Lloyds.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018
• Being able to plan, execute and report internal audits/assessments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to deal diplomatically with people at all levels.
• Ability to problem solve, with a high attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• ASQ: CQA, CQE, CSQP or equivalent is an asset.
• Bachelors degree in Electronics, or Engineering and/or significant relevant technical experience.
• Naval, Marine or Heavy Industry experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead quality assurance and quality control activities on the AJISS project
• Ensure incoming material and project deliverables comply with the Customer's requirements and with the applicable regulations and standards.
• Participate in quality team activities in support of ISO 9001:2015 Certification audits and assessments.
• Lead internal and supplier audits, work with suppliers to improve their quality and performance.
• Support and engage with our client’s Quality Assurance Representatives (QARs) for audits, inspections, non-conformances, corrective actions, and other quality related inquiries.
• Support the project teams in applying processes, identifying risks and resolving problems.
• Investigate quality related problems by applying the Eight Disciplines (8D) Problem Solving approach to determine possible root causes and corrective actions to drive resolution of found non-conformances.
• Evaluate subcontractors' quality procedures and services. Prepare written reports of any subcontracted work that fails inspection.
• Read, interpret, and apply technical data such as blueprints, engineering drawings, product specifications, or technical manuals.
• Assist and participate in witness/hold points ensuring subcontractors and material are in compliance with the contract/specification.
• Assist and review submittals of inspection test plans, maintains quality records and other QA documentation as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

What This Job Offers

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