General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Quality Engineer Electrical

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc • $80K — $95K *
Tupelo, MS 38801In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related discipline (5+ years experience with bachelor's, 3+ years with master's)
  • Strong understanding of inspection methods; proficient in relevant computer operations
  • Experience in manufacturing electrical cabinets, components, and assemblies is a plus
  • Proficient in IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC-A-610; IPC J-STD-001 knowledge is a bonus
  • Familiarity with government standards, ISO 9001, AS9100, and DOD quality requirements preferred
  • Analytical skills to develop creative solutions for quality issues
  • Detail-oriented for accurate reports and technical documentation
  • Good communication skills for maintaining project budgets and timelines

Responsibilities

  • Analyze design reliability and recommend process improvements
  • Suggest design or manufacturing changes to enhance products and reduce costs
  • Devise and implement inspection and testing methods for product accuracy
  • Participate in functional testing and inspection of equipment
  • Audit quality systems to identify and correct deficiencies
  • Implement solutions to complex internal and vendor issues
  • Prepare statistical analysis reports and technical documentation
  • Interpret and adapt quality standards and government regulations

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Access to advanced technology and systems like SAP
  • Potential for government clearance assistance
  • Exposure to diverse projects in quality assurance
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Develops, modifies, coordinates and documents the implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of quality assurance programs and systems on one or more mid-size projects. Provides advice and guidance in interpreting and adapting quality standards and government regulations. Collaborates with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality standards are in place. Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires a review of identifiable factors.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Analyzes design reliability and quality to recommend process changes and enhancements.
  • Creates or recommends design, dimensional or manufacturing process changes to improve products and reduce costs.
  • Devises and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment.
  • Participates in functional testing and/or inspection of equipment and systems.
  • Audits quality systems for deficiency identification and correction.
  • Implements solutions to complex problems occurring internally and at vendor facilities.
  • Prepares statistical analysis reports, specifications and other technical documents.
  • Interprets and adapts quality standards and government regulations.
  • Provides limited project direction to other staff members.
  • 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.
  • Utilizes SAP systems daily to support Quality Department activities.
  • 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.
  • Other duties as assigned or required.

Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related discipline and five or more years of related experience with a bachelor's degree or three or more years with a master's degree. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
  • Must be able to apply a sound understanding of inspection methods and have good knowledge of computer operations and applications
  • Demonstrated experience in the manufacturing of electrical cabinets, components and electrical assemblies is highly desirable.
  • Proficiency in IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC-A-610 is required. IPC J-STD-001 is desirable.
  • Thorough understanding of Government standards, operating procedures and technical requirements is preferred. Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, DOD quality assurance program requirements are desirable.
  • Must have the analytical ability required to develop creative solutions to routine and non-routine quality issues and the skills required to present those solutions to internal and external contacts.
  • Must be detail-oriented to accurately prepare statistical reports and technical documents in support of company objectives.
  • Must have good communication skills to ensure project costs and schedules are maintained.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain government clearance is desired.
  • Able to work extended hours as required.

About General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading designer and manufacturer of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike capabilities. The company is headquartered in Poway, California, and has additional offices and facilities around the world.
Learn more about General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1955
* Ladders Estimates

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