Sr QA Engineer

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (CA); Chiquita (CA); On-site; USD 105,094 - 142,186; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Family Leave

Gain Sharing Program

Job summary

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (CA) is seeking a Sr QA Engineer to develop quality standards and testing processes in a collaborative environment. The role demands problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal guidance.

The ideal candidate should have an Associate's Degree and significant experience in quality assurance, focusing on risk mitigation across product design and production processes. This position may require up to 25% travel and offers a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in quality assurance or equivalent education/experience.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop methods for process control and testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate quality risks.
• Conduct root cause analysis for defects.

Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Problem-Solving Skills

Leadership Skills

Research Skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Sr QA Engineer

Job Location

US-CA-Healdsburg

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters.

Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success – fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders.

Job Summary

• Develops and implements methods and procedures for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection to ensure that the products are free of flaws and function as designed
• Designs and installs sophisticated testing equipment and performs product testing and analysis to maintain quality levels and minimize defects and failure rates
• Analyzes reports and effective products to determine trends and recommend corrective actions
• Collaborates with supplier representatives on quality problems, ensures that effective corrective actions are implemented and contributes to supplier quality improvement programs

Impact of the Role

General Profile

Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines.

• Solves complex problems
• Works independently, receives minimal guidance
• May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on‑going activities or objectives
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Establishes quality standards for products and processes and suggests modifications intended to prevent defects in components or final products.
• Works closely with cross‑functional teams, including product design, product management, and production, to identify and mitigate quality risks.
• Audits production processes, raw materials, or suppliers/vendors to ensure that established quality standards are met.
• Conducts root cause analysis for defects, non‑conformities, or other quality failures.
• May be responsible for ensuring compliance with formal external quality standards, such as ISO 9001.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 5‑7 years’ experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Quality, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Technical expertise. Ability to identify and seek needed information/Research skills. Problem‑solving skills. Leadership skills. Working knowledge of ISO 9001/AS9100 quality management systems and FAI Standard AS9102. Working experience leading teams in failure and root cause analysis, corrective and preventative actions. Interpreting schematic drawings and hardware inspection techniques. Experience comprehending and translating system requirements as well as contractual requirements to ensure full compliance is flowed down through product, assembly, and test documentation.
• Experience in DoD/DoW product and process oversight including requirements, build, integration, test and delivery.
• General knowledge of industry technical standards such as ANSI, CMMI, ASTM, etc.
• Experience reviewing Statement of Work (SOW), Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR), knowledge of Purchase Order Quality Requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD‑OTS facilities.
• Work primarily in a climate‑controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% travel likely.

Pay Range (USD)

$105,094.00 - $142,186.00

Additional Compensation

Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company's Gain Sharing Program.

PTO, Holiday, and Family Leave

Employees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave.