Associate Quality Assurance Technician

Leonardo DRS; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo DRS, Inc. in Fitchburg, MA is seeking an Associate Quality Assurance Technician to support product conformance, inspect assemblies, and ensure documentation accuracy in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will interpret IPC 610 and ANSI J-STD-001, assist with inspection plans and MRB investigations, perform calibration activities, and provide technical support to engineers. The role emphasizes attention to detail, safe handling of chemicals, and teamwork across departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus some experience in manufacturing and quality.
• Must demonstrate strong decision-making and leadership skills.
• Experienced handling small delicate components, using ESD practices.
• Soldering and wire bonding experience a plus.
• Must be experienced in the safe handling of chemicals.
• Experienced in the use of various computer applications, including Access, Excel, and Labview.
• Experience with MRP a plus.
• Must have good hand and eye coordination

Responsibilities

• Collect data and review documentation for conformance, accuracy and completeness
• Coordinate and/or inspect product for conformance to drawings and documentation
• Interpret and apply industry standards such as IPC 610, ANSI J-STD-001
• Assist Quality Engineers with development of inspection plans, MRB investigations, and process surveillance/audit activities
• Perform calibration - consisting of data collection, coordinating and performing calibration activities, and assisting with verification of equipment and tooling status and improvement opportunities
• Provide routine technical support to engineers and scientists on standard components, devices, material, products, processes and/or equipment
• Responsibilities may include testing, modifying, reworking, repairing, and building electronic, optical or mechanical assemblies.
• Work from standard wiring and assembly drawings, operation sheets, engineering specifications and sketches
• Design and/or test prototype assemblies and production units
• Capable of performing related manufacturing processes
• Interpret and follow documents such as SOPs and safety rules
• Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements applicable to the company in accordance with State and Federal regulations and any applicable certification required to maintain the certification
• Interface with other departments to assure efficient flow of information and materials

Skills

Decision making

Leadership

ESD practices

Hand-eye coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Access

Excel

LabVIEW

MRP systems

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Associate Quality Assurance Technician

Location: Fitchburg, MA, US, 01420

Job ID:115560

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Responsibilities

• Collect data and reviews documentation for conformance, accuracy and completeness
• Coordinate and/or inspect product for conformance to drawings and documentation
• Able to interpret and apply industry standards such as IPC 610, ANSI J-STD-001, etc
• Assist Quality Engineers with development of inspection plans, MRB investigations, and process surveillance/audit activities
• Perform calibration - consisting of data collection, coordinating and performing calibration activities, and assisting with verification of equipment and tooling status and improvement opportunities
• Provide routine technical support to engineers and scientists on standard components, devices, material, products, processes and/or equipment
• Responsibilities may include testing, modifying, reworking, repairing, and building electronic, optical or mechanical assemblies.
• Work from standard wiring and assembly drawings, operation sheets, engineering specifications and sketches
• Design and/or test prototype assemblies and production units
• Capable of performing related manufacturing processes
• Interpret and follow documents such as SOPs and safety rules
• Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements applicable to the company in accordance with State and Federal regulations and any applicable certification required to maintain the certification
• Interface with other departments to assure efficient flow of information and materials

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus some experience in manufacturing and quality.
• Must demonstrate strong decision-making and leadership skills.
• Experienced handling small delicate components, using ESD practices
• Soldering and wire bonding experience a plus.
• Must be experienced in the safe handling of chemicals.
• Experienced in the use of various computer applications, including Access, Excel, and Labview.
• Experience with MRP a plus.
• Must have good hand and eye coordination

The salary range for this position is $38,774-$53,315/year. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• - Integrity
• - Agility
• - Excellence
• - Customer Focus
• - Community & Respect
• - Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.