Sr. Associate, Quality Assurance Analyst

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Full Time—Sparks, MD, US

Recruiting: iRF Solutions, an Amphenol company

We are looking for a Sr. Associate, Quality Assurance Analyst who is passionate about turning data into quality wins. In this role you will own support of our Quality Management Systems (QMS) to keep us compliant with regulatory, customer, and internal requirements, while monitoring processes, uncovering trends, and driving audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement projects. Working closely with Engineering and Operations, you will help ensure our RF interconnect products meet performance and manufacturability targets at scale.

• Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of the QMS in accordance with applicable standards (e.g. ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Conduct internal audits and support external audits (customer, regulatory, and certification audits).
• Develop, maintain, review, analyze, and report quality metrics and trends to identify areas for improvement.
• Assist with corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), including root cause analysis and effectiveness verification.
• Support document control activities, including review, revision, and maintenance of quality procedures, work instructions, and records.
• Perform vendor management and participate in nonconformance investigations related to product, process, or supplier issues.
• Support supplier quality activities, including supplier evaluations and surveys, supplier visits, and corrective actions, as needed.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Supply Chain) to promote quality awareness and compliance.
• Assist in training employees in quality processes, procedures, and best practices.
• Ensure quality records are accurate, complete, and maintained in accordance with retention requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using quality tools and methodologies.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or another technical field.
• 2–5 years’ experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Systems role (manufacturing or technology environment preferred).
• Working knowledge of quality management systems and audit processes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with quality management software is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

• Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar quality standards.
• Experience supporting internal and external audits.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis tools (e.g. 5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA).
• Experience in RF, electronics, or defense‑related manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of regulatory or customer‑driven quality requirements.

Salary Range: $80,000 – $92,000 per year.

Location:

Onsite in Sparks, MD with a 9/80 schedule. Every other Friday OFF.

Security clearances may be required. This position requires ability to obtain security clearance; only U.S. citizens are eligible for security clearances. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

IRF Solutions is proud to be a Disability/Veterans Employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks where permitted by law.

Proof of employment authorization will be required. IRF Solutions is not required to sponsor applicants for work visas. As this position requires access to export‑controlled information, only applications from "U.S. persons" within the meaning of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and Export Administration Regulations will be considered.

As an equal‑opportunity employer, iRF Solutions is committed to a diverse workforce. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the iRF Solutions career website. You may request reasonable accommodations by contacting Denise Nocerino, d or by phone at (631) 272‑5814.