Quality Assurance Technician I/II

Thales Defense & Security, Inc.
United States, Pennsylvania, Lemont Furnace
Feb 28, 2025
Apply now Quality Assurance Technician I/II Location: Lemont Furnace, PA, US, 15456 Advanced Acoustic Concepts, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary Thales Defense & Security Inc., is a technical leader in the fields of sonar systems, sonar signal processing, acoustic training systems, and open architecture system and software integration. The venture focuses on emerging areas in the undersea warfare domain where the customer has identified mission-critical needs. For additional information about Advanced Acoustic Concepts, please visit our website at:http://www.aaccorp.com. Job Title: QA Technician I/II Job Location: Lemont Furnace, PA Overall Summary Responsible for assisting with quality system development and supporting product quality improvements. Develop, maintain and deploy Quality Plans and activities that translate Customer requirements into planned activities. Ability to work independently under supervision of others. Primary & Essential Responsibilities Responsible for assisting with quality system development and supporting product quality improvements Develop, maintain and deploy quality plans and activities that translate customer requirements into planned activities Ability to work independently under supervision of others Perform analyses of program requirements and prepare responsive quality plans, procedures, schedules and resource allocations to assure optimum quality support Review and approve engineering/test and contractor documentation and provide input to assure that appropriate quality requirements are addressed Gather, organize, monitor, analyze and report on information on products and processes Provide ongoing quality system support to include performing internal audits, ensuring implementation of root cause corrective actions Participate on product quality improvement teams, Material Review Boards and Failure Review Boards Evaluate and dispose of non-conforming material Provide technical support for Assembly/Test/Inspection personnel to include executing workmanship improvement plans, developing inspection methods and criteria, specifying appropriate sampling plans, interpreting and revising specifications, and processing non-conforming materials Assist in resolving customer quality issues Initiate and drive root cause and corrective action on process and product quality issues Assist in deploying SPC initiatives Participating in supplier selection and improvement processes Responsibilities include assisting with on-site audits, evaluating prototypes, and reviewing and approving supplier corrective actions Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required Ability to work independently under supervision of others Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization Additional Responsibilities Attend appropriate customer, business or program meetings Prepare quality engineering reports and recommendations Provide regular reporting of progress and status Completion of assigned task on time and meeting technical requirements Years of Experience and Level of Education 0+ years, Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience Novice technical expertise and application domain knowledge Basic knowledge of ISO Standards, Six Sigma tools, statistics ASQ certification Familiar with ISO Standards, Six Sigma tools, Statistics Ability to understand military specifications and to read blueprints Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, communication and writing skills Ability to define problems and drive to root cause and effective corrective action Physical Requirements Lifting (up to 20 lbs.): up to 25% of time Walking: up to 25% of time Climbing, Bending, Standing, Stooping: up to 10% of time Sitting: up to 75% of time Travel: up to 10% of time Advanced Acoustic Concepts, LLC is committed to non-discrimination as applicable under federal and state laws.AAC is an E-Verify employer. Our Mission Innovation Enabled, Mission Focused. Core Values The Company values the talent, experience and diversity of its employees and seeks to foster a culture that is open, honest, fair, and equitable. We strive to accomplish this through adherence to our core values of Integrity, Quality, Customer Focus, Innovation, and Diversity & Inclusion. INTEGRITY: As a people of integrity, we firmly adhere to codes of conduct and ethical principles, and strive to do what is right. We value a culture of trust, honesty, and respect. We demand ethical thinking and conduct, whereby ethics and accountability always come first. Quality: We set high standards of performance for ourselves and others to consistently deliver excellent products and services. We adhere to quality levels demanded by our customers and assume responsibility and accountability to achieve excellence. CUSTOMER FOCUS: We work to create ongoing and mutually beneficial long-term relationships with customers based on trust. We go above and beyond to meet customer needs and strive to exceed their expectations. INNOVATION: We believe in investing in innovation that makes a positive impact through our technology and products. We continue to foster an environment that rewards innovation and effective change. DIVERSITY & INCLUSION: We continually foster an environment that values different points of view and enables all employees to contribute to their full potential. We cooperate together as a diverse workforce serving a diverse population. Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh Apply now