Advanced Quality Engineer - General Dynamics Mission Systems

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Imagine building your career by developing the solutions that support the mission of our nation's service members, intelligence analysts and first responders. That's the challenge waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you have the opportunity to redefine innovation and excellence for the world.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers' missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

We seek an experienced Program Quality Engineer to serve as the primary quality interface for assigned programs, ensuring compliance with AS9100D, customer requirements, and GDMS quality standards. You'll work embedded with cross-functional program teams to drive quality excellence from contract award through delivery and closeout.

What You'll Do

Program Quality Support:

• Serve as the primary quality representative for assigned programs, acting as the quality focal point between program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and customers
• Develop and maintain program-specific Quality Plans and tailoring documentation in accordance with contract requirements and GDMS processes
• Participate in Program Baseline Reviews, Program Reviews, and Engineering Status Reviews to assess quality performance and identify risks
• Conduct monthly Program Quality Assessments, tracking metrics including NCRs, CARs, audit findings, and corrective action status

Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Review contract requirements and ensure proper flow-down of quality requirements to specifications, procedures, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Perform process audits and product audits per AS9100D requirements; generate findings and track corrective actions to closure
• Witness and monitor critical test activities, first article inspections, and qualification events
• Support internal and external (customer) audits; prepare compliance evidence and respond to audit findings

Problem Resolution & Continuous Improvement: