Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next- generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies' core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.
This role is part of our Maritime Defense Systems business, which delivers integrated solutions with decades of proven performance across submarine, surface, and autonomous naval platforms supporting high-priority national defense programs. Our bow-to-stern capabilities include acoustic and sonar protection systems, propulsion systems, advanced composite structures, missile subsystems, canisters and launchers, and autonomous underwater vehicle subsystems. From concept through production, we combine engineering, materials expertise, specialized manufacturing, and large-scale testing to deliver mission-ready systems that reduce technical risk and support long-term operational performance.
As a Quality Clerk, you will play a key role in maintaining the accuracy, integrity, accessibility, and retention of company documentation. You will support document lifecycle management, training materials, reporting activities, and quality system compliance while helping ensure employees have access to current and approved information needed to support business operations.
Responsibilities
- Administers controlled documents and quality records using established procedures, verifies approval and revision status, and escalates document-control discrepancies.
- Stores, manages, tracks, and maintains controlled company documents and records.
- Tracks document reviews, approvals, training status, revision history, and release dates to ensure document control compliance.
- Assists in drafting and formatting procedures and routes documents through the approval process.
- Maintains revision-controlled records and logs for approved and posted documents.
- Develops and supports training materials associated with procedures and controlled documents.
- Scans, organizes, archives, and retrieves manufacturing and quality records as needed.
- Assists with audits of the company management system and supports compliance activities.
- Prepares and reports business key performance indicator (KPI) information.
- Manages access to approved documents and controlled information.
- Monitors document tracking systems and communicates required actions to appropriate personnel.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of one year of experience in document control or a similar role with related responsibilities.
- Experience managing the creation, review, approval, release, revision, and control of documents.
- Understanding of document access controls, revision management, and document retention practices.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Understanding of local area networks and server-based document management practices.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across departments in a team-oriented environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively in group settings and facilitate training activities when needed.
- Ability to work overtime or alternate shifts when required.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk, stand, and engage in movement throughout the workday.
- Ability to occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, stretch, lift, stoop, turn, twist, push, pull, reach above the shoulders, and climb stairs or ladders as required.
- Ability to work in office and production environments as needed.
- Ability to engage in productive and collaborative communication with coworkers.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment when entering production areas.
- Ability to work occasional nonstandard hours, including nights and weekends, when required.
- The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance
- Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.