QA Engineer I (WEST)

About the Role

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.

Job Summary

• Develops and implements methods and procedures for process control, process improvement, testing, and inspection to ensure 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 defective products to determine trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborates with supplier representatives on quality problems, ensures effective corrective actions are implemented, and contributes to supplier quality improvement programs.

Impact of the Role

• Requires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a job discipline.
• Performs routine assignments using existing procedures.
• Receives instruction, guidance, and direction from more senior-level roles.
• Entry-level to a professional career progression.
• Consistent exercise of discretion and judgment.

Essential Functions

• Establishes quality standards for products and processes and suggests modifications meant 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 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.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and 0-3 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience.
• Critical professional related technical skills.
• Computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Technical expertise.
• Ability to identify and seek needed information/Research skills.
• Problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Discipline/Major: Quality or Engineering degree preferred.

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.
• May need to stand for long periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 25% travel likely.