Quality (QMS) Technician

Cogitic Corporation; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogitic Corporation in Colorado Springs is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician to support our precision manufacturing operations, with responsibilities spanning QMS, ISO 9001/AS9100, internal audits, supplier quality, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.

You will conduct audits, monitor supplier performance, maintain the Approved Supplier List, and assist in NCRs, CARs, and PARs while collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to meet quality requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years manufacturing experience or internship plus 3 years.
• 2+ years QMS experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing quality assurance and documentation.
• Ability to interpret drawings, blueprints, 2D/3D models, and GD&T.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Experience with ERP systems, MS Office, and quality reporting.
• Ability to travel approximately 10% for supplier oversight.
• U.S. citizenship, successful background check, and eligibility to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Quality Management Systems (QMS): Support ISO 9001 and applicable manufacturing quality standards.
• Internal & External Audits: Conduct internal quality audits and participate in customer, supplier, and registrar audits.
• Supplier Quality Management: Monitor supplier performance, conduct supplier audits, maintain the Approved Supplier List (ASL), and resolve quality issues.
• Corrective Actions: Support root cause analysis, nonconformance reports (NCRs), corrective action requests (CARs), and preventive action requests (PARs).
• Quality Documentation: Maintain quality records, audit reports, and manufacturing documentation using ProShop ERP.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve quality processes, supplier performance, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Mission Assurance to ensure quality requirements are met.

Skills

Quality control

Auditing

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Security clearance eligibility

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality/Manufacturing/Engineering

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certification

Tools

ProShop ERP

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Are you an experienced Quality Technician, Quality Assurance Specialist, or Manufacturing Quality Professional looking to make an impact?

Cogitic Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician to support our growing precision manufacturing operations in Colorado Springs, CO. We proudly support the U.S. Navy and national defense through mission-critical manufacturing.

This role goes beyond traditional quality inspection! You'll play a key part in Quality Management Systems (QMS), ISO 9001/AS9100 standards, internal auditing, supplier quality assurance, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.

If you enjoy solving problems, improving processes, and working with a collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Quality Management Systems (QMS): Support compliance with ISO 9001 and applicable manufacturing quality standards.

• Internal & External Audits: Conduct internal quality audits and participate in customer, supplier, and registrar audits.

• Supplier Quality Management: Monitor supplier performance, conduct supplier audits, maintain the Approved Supplier List (ASL), and resolve quality issues.

• Corrective Actions: Support root cause analysis, nonconformance reports (NCRs), corrective action requests (CARs), and preventive action requests (PARs).

• Quality Documentation: Maintain quality records, audit reports, and manufacturing documentation using ProShop ERP.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve quality processes, supplier performance, and manufacturing efficiency.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Mission Assurance to ensure quality requirements are met.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, or a completed manufacturing internship plus 3 years of manufacturing experience.

• 2+ years of Quality Management System (QMS) experience.

• Knowledge of manufacturing quality assurance, quality processes, and documentation.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, 2D/3D models, and GD&T.

• Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

• Experience with ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and quality reporting.

• Ability to travel approximately 10% for supplier oversight.

• U.S. citizenship, successful background check, and eligibility to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related field.

• ISO 9001 or AS9100 Lead Auditor Certification.

• Experience with internal audits, supplier quality, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.

• Experience in precision machining, aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing.

• ProShop ERP experience.

Why Cogitic?

At Cogitic, we're proud to support the U.S. Navy through innovative engineering and precision manufacturing. Our work matters, and so do the people behind it!

You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to mission-critical projects, strengthen quality processes, collaborate with talented professionals, and grow your career with a company that values Performance, Courage, Development, Initiative, and Character.