Quality Control Specialist IV

Vickers and Nolan Enterprises; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Quality Control Specialists to join their team in Charleston. This role involves solving complex technical problems, applying engineering skills, and ensuring product quality and safety in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering concepts, CAD experience, and familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps tools. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this company offers a supportive environment where your contributions will directly impact mission success in the Intelligence Community. If you're ready to take on new challenges and advance your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance options

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Account

11 paid holidays and PTO

Gym membership

Company-sponsored events

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in technical problem solving and quality assurance.
• Experience with CAD and understanding of engineering concepts.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps tools.

Responsibilities

• Solve technical problems and ensure product quality and safety.
• Interpret plans and contribute to design and fabrication.
• Communicate task requirements and participate in meetings.

Skills

Technical Problem Solving

Engineering Skills

Quality Assurance

CAD Experience

Agile Methodologies

DevOps Tools

Technical Support

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

CAD Software

Ansible

Chef

Puppet

BMC

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Charleston, SC (VNE) - Charleston, SC

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School Diploma/ GED

Description

Vickers and Nolan Enterprises (VNE) is an engineering company providing government projects with experienced system architects, engineers, subject matter experts in tactical intelligence, and program managers. VNE develops training courses and tools to prepare warfighters to effectively employ tactical intelligence systems and offers management guidance to government organizations involved in these systems.

VNE has a reputation for performance, innovation, agility, and responsiveness within the Intelligence Community (IC). We focus on understanding available data, designing, developing, testing systems and software solutions, cybersecurity, program support, and training curricula to excel at intelligence operations at all levels. Our mission is to improve tactical operations both domestically and internationally by enabling seamless data transition across the intelligence community and developing integrated solutions.

Founded in 2004 in Stafford, VA, VNE is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

Qualifications

VNE is seeking 6 TS/SCI Cleared Quality Control Specialist IVs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma/GED, related military experience, or trade/industrial school graduate.
• 10 years of professional experience solving technical problems.
• Training in engineering and/or software design/maintenance skills.
• Practical understanding of engineering concepts.
• Experience ensuring products/services meet quality and safety standards.
• Testing equipment experience to ensure effective and safe operations.
• Ability to interpret plans and drawings, contribute to design and fabrication of test specimens.
• Experience with CAD, preparing shop drawings, and familiarity with materials and fabrication methods.
• Three years of technical support experience within ISR/IO or C4ISR systems.
• Experience with full software development lifecycle, Agile methodologies, and DevOps tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet, BMC, or similar).
• TS/SCI level clearance.

Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to attain Information Assurance Technical (IAT) II certification within 30 days of assignment.

Job Description

Solve technical problems, apply engineering skills, and ensure product quality and safety. Interpret plans and drawings, contribute to design and fabrication, and have CAD experience.

Essential Duties

• Communicate task requirements clearly.
• Sit, stand, lead, and participate in meetings.
• Use visual acuity for keyboard work.
• Attend scheduled work hours and communicate effectively via phone, email, and face-to-face.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Occasional standing, walking, sitting, handling objects, reaching, talking, and hearing.
• Lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Visual abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, and focus adjustment.
• Possible exposure to chemicals, moderate noise level.

Benefits

• 401(k) with up to 3.5% company match.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance options.
• Disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 11 paid holidays and PTO.
• Gym membership (location dependent).
• Company-sponsored events.