Quality Assurance Engineer II

General Profile

• Requires working knowledge and experience in own job discipline and broadens capabilities
• Continues to build knowledge of the company, processes and customers
• Performs a range of assignments related to job discipline
• Uses prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations
• Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

• Establishes quality standards for products and processes and suggest modifications meant to prevent defects in components or final products.
• Works closely with cross-functional teams, including product design, product management, and production, to identify and mitigate quality risks.
• Audits production processes, raw materials, or suppliers/vendors to ensure that established quality standards are met.
• Conducts root cause analysis for defects, non-conformities, or other quality failures.
• May be responsible for ensuring compliance with formal external quality standards, such as ISO 9001.
• • Additional Responsibilities:

    Strong engineering fundamentals, GD&T knowledge, and statistical analysis skills. Proficient with test/measuring equipment and office software. Strong communication, independent judgment, adaptability, continuous improvement mindset, and practical problem‑solving abilities.

    Required Qualifications:
    • Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 2-4 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
    • Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
    • Discipline/Major: Quality or Engineering degree preferred
    • Knowledge, skills & abilities: Technical expertise. Ability to identify and seek needed information/Research skills. Problem-solving skills. Quality engineering in AS9100 environment; mechanical aptitude; Six Sigma Green Belt; ASQ CQE. Experienced with SharePoint, MS Office, TipQA, Minitab. Skilled in reading engineering drawings and performing SPC, FMEA, MRB, Gauge R&R, audits, corrective actions, and supplier quality.
    Physical Requirements:
    • Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
    • Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
    • May need to stand for long periods of time.
    • Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
    • Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
    Travel Requirements: Up to 25% travel likely. Pay Range (USD): 87,800-118,700 Pay Transparency Statement: The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process. Benefits: Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance. PTO, Holiday, and Family Leave: Employees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave. _____________________________: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.