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Sierra Nevada Company, LLC Technical Quality Assurance Inspector V (Deployable) in Clovis, New Mexico
Do you enjoy being the expert and mentoring others in the area of quality inspection? Join our team! The Technical Quality Assurance Inspector V is a senior expert responsible for the overall quality assurance strategy, ensuring the highest standards of product quality for aircraft systems, production components, and support operations. This role involves leading the quality control team, developing innovative quality assurance methodologies, and representing the company in quality audits and external engagements.
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The inspector will also function as an on-site Aviation Safety Official, conduct surveillances to confirm compliance with established standards, analyze for trends, conduct root cause Analysis, recommend improvements to program leadership, and develop policy and procedures.
The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the quality control team, ensuring alignment with quality assurance objectives.
Develop and implement innovative quality assurance methodologies and best practices.
Oversee and lead complex inspections of aircraft systems, production components, and support operations.
Validate the proper installation and serviceability of operational components.
Serve as the on-site Aviation Safety Official and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
Capture, analyze, and document comprehensive process information to confirm compliance or identify deviations from standards.
Provide strategic direction, expert feedback, and training to customers and internal teams on quality standards and procedures.
Maintain and update extensive quality documentation and records.
Conduct advanced root cause analysis and lead corrective action initiatives for identified issues.
Represent the company in quality audits and external engagements.
Qualifications You Must Have:
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
7+ Years experience in Quality Inspection or related field.
Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Ability to understand and interpret technical schematics and documents.
Advanced understanding of electrical wiring concepts.
Substantial knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Products.
A United States Government Security Clearance is required for employment. Applicants who do not currently have a USG security clearance are welcome to apply and, if selected, will be processed for a USG security clearance by SNC prior to employment. Employment will begin once the USG security clearance is granted. If applicant is unable to obtain USG security clearance, the offer of employment will be withdrawn.
Qualifications We Prefer:
Knowledge and ability to interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
Experience drafting work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Certified in Network+, Security+, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), and/or A+.
Experience with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or FCC General Radio Operator License (GROL).
Basic understanding of spectrometer, oscilloscope, and/or other measuring equipment.
Working knowledge of ISO 9000 and AS 9100 standards.
Experience in the aerospace or defense industry.
Essential Functions:
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
Standing for extended periods during inspections.
Dexterity to handle small parts and use inspection tools.
Ability to work in a noisy and potentially hazardous environment.
Occasional travel may be required.
This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)
SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!
SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.