Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

Overview

SENIOR QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER (AT) :

Bowhead seeks a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer to support Bowhead's Advanced Technology division located in Indian Head, MD.

The Senior Quality Assurance Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of quality and reliability. This position requires a strong background in quality assurance processes, meticulous attention to detail, and a deep understanding of munitions development and production. The Senior Quality Assurance Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement and maintain quality assurance protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive quality assurance processes and procedures for munitions development.
• Conduct thorough inspections and testing of munitions products to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and procurement teams to identify and resolve quality issues, ensuring continuous improvement in product quality.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action processes for quality-related issues, documenting findings and implementing preventive measures.
• Review and approve quality control plans, inspection reports, and test results, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee supplier quality management, including audits, assessments, and performance evaluations, to ensure the quality of incoming materials and components.
• Maintain detailed records of quality assurance activities, including inspection results, non-conformance reports, and corrective actions.
• Train and mentor junior quality assurance staff, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes related to munitions development and quality assurance.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and procedures in all quality assurance activities.

Qualifications

Physical Demand :

Frequent walking, standing, and moving between workstations in the machine shop environment.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS : Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

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