Quality & Technical Compliance Specialist
About The Position
Cogitic is hiring a Quality & Technical Compliance Specialist (also called a Contract Compliance Specialist) to ensure customer requirements are understood, documented, and carried through each stage of manufacturing. The role works across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Supply Chain to interpret technical requirements, coordinate project documentation, and help ensure manufactured components meet customer standards. It applies technical knowledge, problem-solving, and attention to detail across the manufacturing process, including support for U.S. Navy and Department of Defense programs.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field.
- At least three years of relevant experience.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, contracts, and manufacturing documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies, understand requirements, and maintain accurate records.
- Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively across departments.
Nice To Haves
- Background in quality assurance, quality control, quality engineering, or manufacturing documentation.
- Experience in an AS9100 or ISO 9001 manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with material certifications, traceability requirements, inspection records, or certification packages.
- Experience with ERP systems and project management software.
- Exposure to aerospace, defense, precision machining, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with government contract requirements, NAVSEA, SUBSAFE, or DFARS.
Responsibilities
- Review customer contracts, purchase orders, engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to identify requirements and communicate them accurately.
- Support defense programs involving applicable DFARS, NAVSEA/NAVSUP, LEVEL I/SUBSAFE, and customer-specific requirements.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Supply Chain to ensure customer and contract requirements are understood and implemented.
- Create and maintain accurate ERP records, including parts, bills of material, work orders, outside processing, and project documentation.
- Prepare and submit certification packages and other required documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
- Review engineering documentation, solid models, test plans, material certifications, and manufacturing records for compliance with customer requirements.
- Translate customer-provided information into clear, accurate manufacturing documentation that supports production.
- Assist in developing and maintaining procedures, work instructions, and training documentation for quality and continuous improvement.
- Use ERP and project management tools to improve planning accuracy, workflow efficiency, and operational performance.
- Follow company policies, quality standards, and safety procedures; demonstrate company values and assist with additional responsibilities as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
