QA Contract Specialist: GD&T & First Article Expert

vishay; Hollis (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vishay UltraSource in Hollis, NH seeks a Quality Assurance Contract Specialist to review customer POs, contracts, drawings, and documentation to identify quality, technical, and regulatory requirements. This role will generate First Article documentation and assess changes for AS9102 compliance.

You will collaborate with Engineering and Production to ensure all records meet internal and customer requirements and support internal audits as part of the Quality Management System.

Qualifications

• Experience in Quality Assurance, Contract Review, or related technical documentation roles.
• Strong ability to interpret technical documents, drawings, specifications, and Terms & Conditions.
• Working knowledge of GD&T Tolerancing.
• Experience with First Article Inspection processes (e.g., AS9102).
• Familiarity with manufacturing or aerospace/defense quality environments.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality management systems.
• Proficiency in identifying quality requirements and translating them into actionable inspection or documentation steps.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple POs and revisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Expertise with the tools, concepts, and methodologies of quality management.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Clear writte

Responsibilities

• Review all incoming POs, contracts, Terms & Conditions, and customer documentation to identify quality, manufacturing, and inspection requirements.
• Interpret customer specifications, drawings, and technical data—including GD&T symbols, feature control frames, and tolerance requirements—to determine compliance and internal capability.
• Identify special or unique customer requirements and communicate potential compliance issues to cross-functional teams.
• Generate First Article templates outlining all measurable and testable features, with precise reference to GD&T requirements and tolerances called out on customer drawings and specifications.
• Ensure First Article documentation aligns with internal processes and industry standards (e.g., AS9102, if applicable).
• Document all dimensions, tests, inspections, and verifications required for customer acceptance.
• Review changes, revisions, or amendments to POs after initial acceptance and assess impact on quality and First Article requirements.
• Update First Article templates and internal documentation to reflect new or revised requirements.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and traceable documentation for all reviewed POs, requirements, and First Articles.
• Ensure all records meet internal and customer requirements.
• Communicate changes to appropriate departments and maintain traceable records.
• Familiarity with CMMC requirements related to documentation and secure data handling.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Configuration/Document Control, Production, and Quality teams to clarify requirements and ensure full compliance.
• Support internal audit process related to the Quality Management System. Generate Internal Audit reports, and follow-up on actions identified during the audit.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality Assurance

GD&T interpretation

AS9102 First Article

ISO 9001 / AS9100

Documentation & Records

Audit support

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Multi-PO management

Quality management

Written communication

Job description

Vishay UltraSource in Hollis, NH seeks a Quality Assurance Contract Specialist to review customer POs, contracts, drawings, and documentation to identify quality, technical, and regulatory requirements. This role will generate First Article documentation and assess changes for AS9102 compliance.

You will collaborate with Engineering and Production to ensure all records meet internal and customer requirements and support internal audits as part of the Quality Management System.