Quality Engineer I

General Atomics•Poway, CA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Engineer for 1st shift to join our Cable Assembly QA team. Develops, modifies, coordinates and documents the implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of quality assurance programs and systems on one or more small projects. This person provides guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations. Interacts with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality standards are in place. Works on problems where analysis of data requires a review of identifiable factors.

Requirements

Must be able to apply a basic understanding of inspection methods.
Must have a basic knowledge of computer operations and applications.
Must have the analytical ability required to develop solutions to routine and non-routine quality issues and the skills required to present those solutions to internal contacts.
Must be detail-oriented to accurately prepare statistical reports and technical documents in support of company objectives.
Must have good leadership skills to ensure project costs and schedules are maintained.
Able to work extended hours as required.
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Responsibilities

Analyzes design reliability and quality to recommend process changes and enhancements.
Creates or recommends design, dimensional or manufacturing process changes to improve products and reduce costs.
Devises and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment.
Audits quality systems for deficiency identification and correction.
Implements solutions to complex problems occurring internally and at vendor facilities.
Prepares statistical analysis reports, specifications and other technical documents.
Interprets and adapts quality standards and government regulations.
May perform incoming material/part inspection.
May generate nonconformance, material rejections and corrective action reports, as well as communicating final acceptance test reports with customers.
May also generate and maintain files of all quality and as-built information for each product.
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
Perform and document First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with applicable drawings, specifications, and customer/industry standards (e.g., AS9102) prior to releasing parts for production.
Provide on-site quality and technical support at supplier facilities as needed, including process reviews, and issue resolution.
Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.