Quality Specialist- Clearance
Core
Monitor, inspect, and propose measures to correct or improve incoming and final product quality standards for military systems components.
Role type
Quality Specialist (Manufacturing/Defense)
Builds
Incoming materials, in-process, and end-of-line inspection operations for defense hardware.
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
metrology inspection, GD&T, reading engineering drawings, ERP/MES software, calibrated equipment operation, root cause analysis, data collection and entry, vendor RMA management, inspection plan creation, quality policy development, continuous improvement projects, traceability investigations
Preferred skills
ASQ certification, IPC-A-610/620 certification, Six Sigma/TQM/Lean knowledge, electrical/electronic component inspection, process auditing
Technologies
ERP/MES software, CMM, Faro arm, OMM, x-ray inspection equipment
Responsibilities
Manage Materials Review Board (MRB) process; inspect non-conforming parts at site and supplier locations; assist in root cause analysis and dispositioning of non-conforming material; manage internal re-work; execute Vendor Return Material Authorization (RMA); perform Verification of First Article Inspection (FAI); manage quality containment for material and tooling; create and execute inspection plans; train technicians and inspectors; propose and implement quality assurance policies; review continuous improvement projects; conduct deep-dive data and traceability investigations
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC