Onsite Quality Assurance Specialist (DoD/ISO 9001)

MSSI, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MSSI, Inc. in Huntsville, AL seeks a Quality Assurance Representative to ensure products and processes meet contract, Government, and ISO 9001:2015 requirements. You will oversee QA planning, inspections, audits, and RMA activities, coordinating with Program Management and suppliers.

The role emphasizes nonconformance management, configuration control, and documentation across MSD V4R/V4L and FireCon Pro programs, with strong emphasis on traceability and compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical, quality, logistics, manufacturing, or military education/training preferred.
• 6 years of experience in warehouse quality control, preferably in a military or DoD contractor environment with military supply systems.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015; experience with AS9100 quality-system principles is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, written communication, and records-management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, drawings, Bills of Material, work instructions, inspection criteria, and technical documentation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Computer technical abilities are required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance. An active secret clearance is preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for positions involving government property or security clearance.
• O SHA or quality control certifications (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Inspector, Certified Quality Auditor, or equivalent) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Quality planning and defining inspection criteria aligned with contract requirements.
• Onsite QMS oversight and coordination with SPS Quality Manager.
• Conduct internal audits, inspections, and random in-process production audits.
• Establish product sampling, document deficiencies, and perform final inspections.
• Maintain configuration records and traceability; manage NCRs and CAPAs.
• Support documentation, WAWF reporting, and closeout through PM and Contracts.
• Lead supplier quality evaluations and coordinate corrective actions.
• Provide training to operators on quality standards and inspection procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Written communication

Records-management

Contract interpretation

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

ISO 9001:2015 knowledge

AS9100 knowledge (preferred)

Job description

MSSI, Inc. in Huntsville, AL seeks a Quality Assurance Representative to ensure products and processes meet contract, Government, and ISO 9001:2015 requirements. You will oversee QA planning, inspections, audits, and RMA activities, coordinating with Program Management and suppliers.

The role emphasizes nonconformance management, configuration control, and documentation across MSD V4R/V4L and FireCon Pro programs, with strong emphasis on traceability and compliance.