Quality Technician, Maritime Production

for maritime hardware.

• ✓Champion quality on the manufacturing floor. Support statistical process controls (SPC), conduct Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and continuous improvement initiatives to increase first-pass yield and reduce scrap.
• ✓Interpret and flow down NAVSEA standards and technical publications (e.g., material traceability, welding certifications, testing protocols) into actionable manufacturing and inspection processes.
• ✓Support the Material Review Board (MRB) to disposition non-conforming product. Help drive the Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) process using methodologies like 8D and 5 Whys to prevent recurrence.
• ✓Partner with the supply chain team to qualify, audit, and manage suppliers of critical components and special processes (e.g., welding, coatings, pressure testing), ensuring compliance with all prime contract and regulatory requirements.
• ✓Support the development of comprehensive inspection plans, work instructions, and criteria for receiving, in-process, and final inspection. Aid with First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance with AS9102.
• ✓Support internal and supplier audits to ensure system-wide compliance and identify opportunities for improvement. Support customer and third-party audits.

• ✓2+ years of experience in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment for aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries.
• ✓Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• ✓Experience implementing, maintaining, and being audited against an AS9100 certified Quality Management System.
• ✓Proficiency in root cause analysis methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.) and implementing effective corrective actions.
• ✓Experience aiding First Article Inspections (FAIs) per AS9102.
• ✓Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings.
• ✓Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

• ✓Direct experience with NAVSEA standards and

(e.g., SUBSAFE, NAVSEA S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248 for welding, material control specifications, technical publication adherence).

• ✓Experience in the production of maritime systems, including unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), autonomous surface vehicles (ASVs), or related pressure vessel and submersible hardware.
• ✓Experience with quality control for special processes such as composite fabrication, welding, complex electro-mechanical assembly, and environmental/pressure testing.
• ✓ASQ certification (Certified Quality Engineer - CQE, Certified Quality Auditor - CQA) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification.
• ✓Experience in a fast-paced, high-mix, rapid development environment where speed and rigor must coexist.
• ✓Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software.
• ✓Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.

US Hourly Range

$33.18 — $44.24 USD

Benefits

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