Quality Assurance Specialist

1 week ago

Maryland City, Maryland, United States Antenna Research Associates Full time
Company Overview


Antenna Research Associates (ARA) is a leading C5ISR organization specializing in the design, production, testing, and installation of advanced antenna technologies aimed at ensuring the security and superiority of our armed forces.

We deliver a diverse range of products tailored for both military and civilian sectors, integrating innovative technologies from our acquisitions, including SI2 Technologies and AQYR, which enhance our trusted systems.

Our expertise encompasses Electronic Warfare, Military Communications, Radar, and Satellite Systems.

For over six decades, ARA has equipped our military with unmatched information capabilities, enhanced situational awareness, rapid threat detection, and precise targeting.


Job Overview


The individual in this role will hold the primary responsibility for ensuring that all products manufactured, packaged, and dispatched to clients meet the established Quality Assurance and Quality Control standards.

This includes conducting in-process mechanical inspections and receiving inspections of hardware required for contract/project assembly and final product delivery.


Key Responsibilities:
Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.


- Ensure that all products manufactured, packaged, and shipped conform to established Quality Assurance and Quality Control standards.

- Analyze and interpret technical drawings, sample data, and other documentation to determine specifications or inspection and testing procedures.

- Maintain and clean testing equipment and instruments, certifying that precision instruments meet industry standards.
- Conduct inspections for incoming materials and in-process products using appropriate inspection tools.
- Collect samples for testing and analyze findings.
- Reject or discard products, materials, and equipment that do not meet specifications.

- Inspect materials, products, and work in progress for compliance with specifications, adjusting processes or assembly equipment as necessary.

- Mark items for acceptance or rejection, document test results and inspection data, and compare findings with specifications to ensure compliance with standards.

- Review maintenance records to confirm proper functioning of plant equipment.

- Test and measure finished products, components, or assemblies for operation, accuracy, or assembly to verify adherence to functional specifications.

- Monitor and control measurement and testing equipment for recalls and calibration.
- Support the quality management system by conducting internal and process audits.
- Perform any additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Competency Requirements:

- Adaptability: Open to change and new responsibilities.
- Communication: Ability to articulate thoughts clearly, both verbally and in writing.
- Job Knowledge: Understands job facets, aware of responsibilities, and keeps knowledge current.
- Dependability: Meets deadlines, works independently, and maintains focus with a good attendance record.
- Quality: Strives for accuracy and seeks opportunities for improvement.
- Ethics: Honest and accountable, maintaining confidentiality.
- Initiative: Proactively takes on tasks without being prompted.

Experience and Skills


In compliance with federal law, all individuals hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

- Experience with CMM operation and programming using PCDMIS or similar systems.
- Familiarity with ISO-9001:2015 and/or AS9001 standards.
- Experience with QMS software and ERP systems such as Costpoint, Gage Trak, and TIPQA is advantageous.
- Proficient in Microsoft applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of GD&T is beneficial.
- Experience in a machine shop environment is a plus.
- IPC-610 experience or certification is advantageous.
- Understanding of the practical application of engineering principles and technology in the design and production of various goods and services.

Education

- High School diploma or equivalent required; trade school graduate preferred with 3-5 years of relevant inspection experience.
- An Associate's degree in a technical field such as Drafting, Engineering, Machining, or Quality is desired.

Antenna Research Associates, Inc. and its subsidiaries promote diversity in the workplace and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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