Quality Assurance Technician

Goldbelt Integrated Logistics Services (GbILS) provides four specific areas of expertise—Logistics Engineering, Measurement Sciences, Program Management, and Technical Support—serving the scientific, technical, and engineering needs of clients. GbILS values its innovative thinking and service-oriented team who provide services for a variety of federal government and commercial clients.  

Summary:

The Quality Assurance Tech is responsible for performing laboratory and on-site Quality Assurance inspections, audits, training and analysis of technicians and related processes for the operation of a United States Air Force Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory. Write, participate and follow-up on Process Improvement Measures as well as conduct Root Cause Analysis and trend data IAW the Performance Work Statement, AFMAN 21-113, TO 00-20-14, AFI 21-101 and other Air Force directives and publications as required.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform Quality Reviews.
• Perform Process Reviews.
• Perform Annual Reviews.
• Perform Measurement Area Discipline Reviews.
• Perform/Review/Assist Proficiency Test/Measurement Area Program testing as needed.
• Perform Internal Audits as directed.
• Participate in Trend Analysis as directed.
• Participate in Management Reviews as directed.
• Perform Evaluator Proficiency Evaluations.
• Calibrate TMDE on as needed basis. Train technicians on as-needed basis.
• Provide effective leadership and coordinate efforts of quality program with a highly skilled workforce.
• Monitor the PMEL Quality Assurance Program, related processes and assist as needed to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure continuous process improvements are implemented.
• Apply a complete range of Quality Assurance methods to identify trends and coordinate with management to implement effective corrective actions.
• Monitor, track, report and perform statistical modeling to identify corrective actions.
• Review and develop quality metrics and utilize specialized data gathering techniques as needed.
• Work independently and in coordination with others to identify, evaluate and resolve complex technical issues.
• Provide updates to the PMEL Quality Assurance Plan as necessary to include improved processes, technologies, and concepts.
• Generate and track Quality Deficiency Reports to include the investigation of reported deficiencies. Monitor AFTO Form 22 / Recommended Change submissions.
• Monitor AFTO Form 45 submissions.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervision on an as needed basis.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Advanced knowledge of electrical components, electronics, electromechanical, mechanical, physics, optics, and thermal principles as they apply to metrology.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven record of honesty and integrity in all relationships.
• Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum ten (10) years relevant experience working in a calibration facility with QA experience or minimum two (2) years electronics college or university program with minimum six (6) years relevant experience working in a calibration facility with QA experience.
• Experience with maintenance data collection systems, supply and transportation as they apply to PMEL.
• Must have a valid and current driver’s license
• All applicants must pass a drug test
• Must be a U.S citizen able to acquire and retain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in related field (preferred but not required).
• Ten (10) years quality experience in PMEL or other DOD/Commercial activity.
• Experience with AFMETCAL Program, AF and ISO quality systems.
• Possesses knowledge of ISO 9001 practices and requirements.
• Extensive computer knowledge: especially use of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Ability to develop and maintain spreadsheets.

Pay and Benefits
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.