Quality Assurance Specialist

IPS - MAST Technologies is seeking an experienced AS9100 QA Specialist to join our Quality team. This individual will play a key role in maintaining and improving MAST Technologies' AS9100D-certified Quality Management System , ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerospace or defense manufacturing and a hands-on approach to quality assurance.

Position Summary :

The Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist is responsible for ensuring that all products, processes, and documentation meet internal standards, customer requirements, and applicable regulatory / industry guidelines (AS9100, ISO 13485, etc.). This role supports day-to-day quality system activities, conducts audits, facilitates corrective and preventive actions, and partners closely with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to maintain a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.

About IPS : Integrated Polymer Solutions (IPS) is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced materials and engineered components, specializing in high-value end markets such as aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductors, robotics, energy, and industrial applications. IPS is comprised of 10 highly respected brands, each recognized for their expertise and innovation : AkroFire, ABBA Roller, Icon Aerospace Technology, IRP Medical, MAST Technologies, Northern Engineering Sheffield (NES), Rubbercraft, Swift Textile Metalizing (STM), RMB Products, and SPIRA Manufacturing.

Our extensive product portfolio includes elastomeric seals, gaskets, tooling, hoses, ablatives, survivability tiles, coatings and tapes, EMI and thermal shielding, electrically conductive metalized fabrics, and encapsulated O-rings-all designed to meet the most demanding performance requirements in mission-critical applications.

Job Accountabilities :

• Quality System Management

Support maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS). Preferable AS9100

Conduct internal audits to verify compliance with AS9100, ISO, and customer requirements.

Initiate, investigate, and track nonconformances and CAPAs through closure.

Provide guidance and oversight to incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities.

Partner with operations to drive process improvements that enhance quality, reduce cost, and improve efficiency.

Support employee training on quality policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.

Prepare, package, and ship products in accordance with customer specifications, export regulations (including ITAR / EAR ), and AS9100 traceability requirements.

Job Specifications :

Education : Bachelor's degree in Quality, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Years' Experience : 4-5 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control, ideally in aerospace, defense, or medical device manufacturing.

Skills :

Benefits :

At Integrated Polymer Solutions, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

IPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans / Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.

This position requires using information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

(Actual placement within the salary range is dependent on multiple factors, including but not limited to skills, education, experience and location)