Quality Engineer

Job Summary General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

Under general supervision and with on-going review, this position develops, modifies, coordinates and documents the implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of quality assurance programs and systems on one or more small projects or a phase of a larger project. Specifically, this position supports a remote field service team responsible for the installation, commissioning, and sustainment of the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG) aboard U.S. Navy aircraft carriers. This hybrid role combines hands-on inspection duties with quality engineering responsibilities providing guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations, primarily focusing on the generation, processing, and closure of nonconformance reports (NCRs) while ensuring compliance with stringent military and contractual quality standards. . Contacts are primarily internal within the team and contributes to ensuring quality standards are in place. Works on routine problems of limited scope.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Applies basic technical knowledge to analyze design reliability and quality to recommend process changes and enhancements.
• Performs functional testing of equipment and systems and recommends design, dimensional or manufacturing process changes to improve products and reduce costs.
• Recommends methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment.
• Participates in audits of quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Recommends solutions to moderately complex problems occurring internally and at vendor facilities.
• Prepares statistical analysis reports, specifications and other technical documents.
• Interprets and recommends quality standards and government regulations.
• May perform incoming material/part inspection and in-process, on-site inspections. May generate nonconformance, material rejections and corrective action reports, as well as communicating final acceptance test reports with customers. May also generate and maintain files of all quality and as-built information for each product.
• Provide guidance to field teams on inspection criteria, rework approvals, and quality documentation requirements.
• Perform in-process and final inspections of mechanical, electrical, and structural installations aboard ships in accordance with drawings, specifications, and Navy standards.
• Verify conformity of field-installed hardware and report deviations.
• Ensure traceability, configuration control, and proper documentation of quality records.
• Track NCR progress through lifecycle stages, ensuring timely resolution and documentation in compliance with internal procedures and customer requirements.
• Support root cause analysis (RCA), trend analysis, and implementation of corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.



Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related discipline. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a basic understanding of inspection methods and have a basic knowledge of computer operations and applications.
• Experience in a Quality systems role within aerospace, defense, or complex electromechanical systems is desired.
• Must have the analytical ability required to develop solutions to routine quality issues and the skills required to present those solutions to internal contacts.
• Proficiency with mechanical and electrical inspection tools and techniques.
• Must be detail-oriented to accurately prepare statistical reports and technical documents for review in support of company objectives.
• Must have good communication and leadership skills to ensure project costs and schedules are maintained.
• Ability to work independently in shipyard environments and aboard active Navy vessels.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance (Secret).

Salary:$56,820 - $96,015