Senior Quality Assurance Technician, 2nd Shift

Job ID : 112580

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Summary

This Senior Quality Assurance Technician ensures process compliance, performs in-process and final inspections, and supports continuous improvement initiatives within a complex build-to-print manufacturing environment. This role is critical in maintaining high-quality standards and ensuring adherence to industry specifications and customer requirements. We work a 9 / 80 work schedule with every other Friday off. Work hours are 2 : 30 PM - 12 AM, Mon-Thurs and 2 : 30 - 11 PM on the working Fri.

Job Responsibilities

Perform in-process and final inspections on mechanical, electrical, and optical assemblies to ensure conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and industry standards.

Conduct process compliance surveillance to ensure adherence to documented procedures, work instructions, and best practices.

Quickly identify and communicate process deviations and non-conformances, working with production and engineering teams to implement corrective actions.

Interpret and apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) requirements on assembly drawings.Utilize precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers and height gauges.

Review and verify documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.

Assist Quality Engineers in developing inspection plans, conducting MRB (Material Review Board) investigations, and executing process surveillance activities.

Support calibration activities, ensuring equipment and tooling meet required specifications.

Work from complex wiring diagrams, operation sheets, engineering specifications, and sketches.

Provide guidance to production teams regarding quality control processes and best practices.

Maintain compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry certifications.

Assist in training new team members on quality inspection procedures and process adherence.

Adherence to production schedules while maintaining quality standards.

Pass / fail rates of inspected products.

Reduction of process non-conformances through proactive process surveillance, product inspection and reporting.

Compliance with industry standards such as IPC-610, ANSI J-STD-001, and other relevant specifications.

Effective coordination of multiple inspection activities in a production environment.

Qualifications

Associate's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience in quality inspection or a related field plus 5 years of related experience.

Strong understanding of quality assurance principles, inspection techniques, and process compliance.

Experience working within a quality management system equivalent to ISO 9001 or AS9100, preferred.

Experience in handling delicate components with adherence to ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) best practices.

Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, GD&T, and industry standards.

Knowledge of MRP systems and data analysis tools is a plus.

Proficiency in using various computer applications, including Microsoft Teams, Excel, and Power Point.

Strong decision-making skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.

US Citizenship required.

U.S. Citizenship required.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9 / 80 program, competitive vacation, health / emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

• Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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