Quality Assurance Specialist, Quality Control

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Regular Full Time Professional Corp-Lanham, MD, Lanham, MD, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $93,000.00 Annually

• Evaluate quality performance data for manufacturing, assembly, integration, and test activities to identify trends.
• Audit drawings, specifications, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation for compliance with contractual and quality requirements.
• Facilitate nonconformance investigations, track root cause analysis data, monitor corrective actions, and document MRB activities.
• Provide quality compliance oversight throughout the manufacturing process and track production-related quality metrics.
• Coordinate First Article Inspections (FAI), in-process inspections, and final acceptance documentation.

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspection of machined and fabricated mechanical components and assemblies.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Perform dimensional inspections using calibrated inspection equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, and other precision measurement tools.
• Utilize Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) and/or FARO Arm programs to execute dimensional inspections and verification.
• Execute, update, and maintain existing CMM or FARO Arm inspection programs based on engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
• Perform receiving and visual inspection of bare Printed Wiring Boards (PWBs) for compliance with engineering drawings, procurement specifications, and applicable workmanship/acceptance requirements.
• Inspect PWBs for dimensional requirements, workmanship, surface defects, solder mask, plating, hole quality, markings, and other specified acceptance criteria.
• Perform or support PWB dimensional verification, bow and twist measurements, and First Article Inspection (FAI), as required.
• Review supplier documentation, Certificates of Conformance (C of
  
  C), inspection/test reports, and other required PWB acceptance documentation.
• Analyze and document inspection results and generate detailed quality reports.
• Identify, document, and track nonconforming material in accordance with established Quality procedures.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities and documentation, as required.

• Perform receiving and acceptance inspection of Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical (EEE) parts and assemblies.
• Verify part numbers, manufacturer information, date/lot codes, quantities, markings, packaging, and traceability documentation.
• Review Certificates of Conformance (C of
  
  C), test reports, and other supplier documentation against purchase order and specification requirements.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of electronic components, connectors, cables, and related hardware.
• Support ESD-controlled handling and inspection requirements.

• Support supplier qualification, evaluation, surveillance, and performance monitoring through data scorecards.
• Audit supplier Quality Management Systems, certifications, capabilities, and quality documentation.
• Partner with suppliers to track nonconformances, monitor corrective actions, and resolve recurring quality issues.
• Review supplier corrective action responses and verify effectiveness of implemented corrective actions.
• Participate in supplier audits and source inspections, as required.
• Coordinate closely with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Program teams to ensure supplier compliance with purchase order, drawing, specification, and contractual requirements.

• Experience in aerospace, defense, electronics manufacturing, or a similar regulated environment.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality requirements.
• Experience interpreting mechanical drawings and GD&T.
• Experience executing FARO Arm programs for dimensional inspection.
• Experience with mechanical, bare PWB, and/or EEE inspection.
• Knowledge of ESD controls and electronic component handling.
• Familiarity with supplier quality, nonconformance tracking, corrective action systems, and MRB processes.
• Strong communication, data documentation, and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to support multiple programs and changing priorities.
• Excellent computer skills and experience using Microsoft Office, Excel.
• Experience with CostPoint/Deltek applications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Business Analytics, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related technical discipline.
• Five to seven years of experience in manufacturing quality analysis, inspection, or supplier quality compliance.
• Professional certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) are highly desirable.