Quality Systems Specialist - 1694
About The Position
Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a defense research and development enterprise that creates technology innovations for commercial and government organizations. Its High Power Electromagnetics Division is hiring a Quality Systems Specialist to support production activities and the transition of technologies and products to the DoD, DoE, and their contractors at its Colorado Springs, Colorado location. The specialist will work with project managers, manufacturing and design engineers, inventory control specialists, fabrication technicians, and external vendors to help ensure quality standards are met. The role supports the development, implementation, and maintenance of the quality management system (QMS) at the Colorado Springs location. It also supports quality metrics, corrective actions, audits, and supplier quality activities to ensure compliance and promote continuous improvement.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 5 years of experience working with ISO 9001/AS9100, including at least 3 years of direct responsibility for QMS compliance activities.
- Experience with eQMS software; QT9 is preferred.
- Experience conducting or participating in ISO 9001/AS9100 audits.
- Knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies and demonstrated experience developing and evaluating effective preventative and corrective action plans.
- Experience with 5S and Lean Manufacturing processes in a production environment.
- Strong understanding of industry-recognized specifications such as ASTM, ASME, and MIL.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong technical writing and cross-functional communication skills.
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance if applicable.
- Light physical effort involving standing, sitting, and use of hands; carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Work takes place indoors in a moderately loud, reasonably clean, well-lighted, and well-ventilated environment where moderate physical hazards may exist.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related technical discipline; alternatively, an associate degree with relevant technical education combined with additional quality systems experience.
- At least 1 year of experience with ASME NQA-1.
- Experience with Pulsed Power, Power Electronics, High Power Solid-State Switching, Applied Electromagnetics, or High Voltage (1 to hundreds of kilovolts).
- ASQ certification such as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE).
- SAE or equivalent ISO 9001 Internal/Lead Auditor certification.
- Aerospace and/or defense industry experience.
- Experience using Deltek Costpoint.
Responsibilities
- Review proposals, contracts, and customer requirements to identify applicable quality and compliance requirements.
- Support development of program quality plans, verify implementation of required processes, and maintain supporting records.
- Maintain QMS policies, procedures, and records to support compliance with ISO 9001 and customer requirements.
- Coordinate and prepare annual QMS management reviews, including required inputs, records, and follow-up actions.
- Support internal and external audits, program spot audits, corrective action follow-up, and management reviews.
- Track corrective actions, review supporting documentation, and verify completion and effectiveness.
- Maintain quality metrics, identify trends, and report recurring or systemic quality issues to management.
- Assist with supplier evaluations, audits, performance reviews, and verification of quality requirement flowdowns.
- Work with engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and program management to address quality system issues and improve processes.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as reasonably assigned by management in support of departmental, programmatic, and organizational objectives.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, plus other supplemental programs.
- Generous PTO program covering vacation, sick time, and holidays.
- Tuition and certification reimbursement.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Discretionary employee bonuses.
- 401(k) match/profit sharing.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
