About
CoAspire (https://www.coaspire.com) is a cutting?edge defense manufacturing leader in Northern Virginia, specializing in the precision assembly of advanced weapons systems. With over twelve years of a legacy of innovation, were at the forefront of building reliable, affordable mass weapons that protect and empower our nations warfighters. Our tight?knit team thrives in a collaborative environment where safety, quality, and work?life balance come first with a focus on professional growth at our new 27,000+ sq. ft. facility. Join us to make a tangible impact on mission?critical technology while enjoying Northern Virginias vibrant community. Position
You will serve as the lead Quality Assurance (QA) authority on the weapon system production floor. In this role, you will own all quality?related processes impacting shipping, receiving, parts management, system and subsystem assembly, final acceptance, and others. This position requires the oversight of a small QA team (less than five people). You will drive quality and compliance efforts and continuously improve the AS9100D/ISO?9001 quality management system while mentoring and developing the QA team. Responsibilities Own, manage and improve the weapon programs quality plans, control plans, inspection checklists, and verification and validation of production?related requirements. Participate in the internal review boards, lead and track root?cause/corrective action discovered across production materials, components and workflows, and document appropriately. Oversee in?process and final acceptance inspections and other company and government required inspection procedures. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives in concert with other production leadership. Maintain and improve the AS9100D and related quality system elements specific to the production line: calibration, document control, training records, audit readiness, and supplier quality oversight. Act as primary quality interface to the customer and senior program leadership for all quality escapes, audits, and corrective?action status. Implement and monitor key quality metrics and present program quality reviews on an as?needed basis. Ensure full compliance with all safety?related requirements.
Qualifications
7+ years of QA experience in aerospace/defense hardware production; at least five years leading QA teams on DoD?related efforts. Bachelors degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field. Experience in achieving and sustaining high quality production?related systems, verified with quantitative measurements and documentation. Knowledge of AS9100D, ISO?9001 and other government?required standards. U.S. citizenship with current Secret clearance required (or ability to obtain/maintain one). Exceptional leadership and communication skills; able to train new QA engineers, influence production leadership, and present to executive staff and government customers.
Desired Skills
Masters degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field.
What We Offer
Full benefits from day one: medical, dental and vision 401(k) with generous company match and immediate vesting PTO and federal holidays Competitive pay and professional growth opportunities in a mission?critical industry
Seniority level
Mid?Senior level Employment type
Full?time Job function
Quality Assurance and Engineering Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing Apply Now
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Languages
- English
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