Quality Technician, Maritime
Core
Develop and enforce quality systems for autonomous surface and undersea defense hardware, ensuring compliance with AS9100 and NAVSEA standards.
Role type
Quality Technician (Manufacturing)
Builds
Deployable static and moving surface, undersea, and sea-to-air vehicles
Domain
Defense / Maritime Manufacturing
Required skills
AS9100 QMS implementation, Root cause analysis (8D, 5 Whys), GD&T interpretation, First Article Inspection (FAI), Supplier audit management, Statistical Process Control (SPC), FMEA
Preferred skills
NAVSEA standards knowledge, UUV/ASV production experience, Special processes (welding, pressure testing), ASQ CQE/CQA or Six Sigma certification, PLM/MES software
Technologies
AS9100, NAVSEA standards, 8D, 5 Whys, GD&T, AS9102, SPC, FMEA
Responsibilities
Develop and sustain a robust Quality Management System (QMS) compliant with AS9100 and NAVSEA; Champion quality on the manufacturing floor using SPC and FMEA; Interpret and flow down NAVSEA standards into manufacturing processes; Support the Material Review Board (MRB) and drive Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) processes; Partner with supply chain to qualify and audit suppliers; Support development of inspection plans and First Article Inspections (FAIs); Support internal and supplier audits.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC