Previous experience with NASA and/or DOD quality requirements and procedures.
Previous experience with aerospace manufacturing systems and processes.
Previous experience working with aerospace flight critical hardware in an Electrostatic Discharge / Foreign Object Debris, Foreign Object Damage, or Foreign Object Detection (ESD / FOD) sensitive envi
Previous experience as an Inspector of Flight Hardware, Flight Systems, and/or other Aerospace Mechanical Components / Manufacturing Processes.
Previous experience utilizing calipers, micrometers, optical measurement devices and other shop tools.
Previous experience with one or more methods within Non-Destructive Examination, Non-Destructive Evaluation, Non-Destructive Testing (NDE / NDT) disciplines.
Currently holds or previously held CIS (Certified IPC Specialist) certification in accordance with IPC-A-610, Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies.
Full description
The Quality Assurance Specialist will support the NASA space program, specifically Safety and Mission Assurance Services II (SMAS II) contract via a Resident Management Office (NGIS), located in West Palm Beach, FL. RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) inspection, assessment, and surveillance functions for space flight hardware in accordance with established customer and company requirements.
Maintain current company and customer-required training and certifications necessary to uphold quality inspection stamp authorization and warranty expectations.
Execute quality requirements in accordance with customer-approved quality assurance plans, policies, and specifications during all phases of hardware fabrication, testing, first article inspections, and final end-item inspections.
Apply working knowledge of AS9100 / ISO9001 Quality Management System requirements, or equivalent industry standards, while interpreting complex blueprints, technical charts, and specification sheets.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED:This position has been posted at multiple levels (must meet minimum level indicated). Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
This position requires US Citizenship due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
Must have a High School or equivalent.
Must have a minimum of 5 years of recent and related experience; NASA experience highly desired.
Must be knowledgeable in AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 Quality Management System Requirements.
Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, technical charts, and specification sheets.
Ability to initiate non-conformance reports, document and report inspection results, and monitor corrective actions for effectiveness.
Maintain current company and customer training certifications required to uphold quality inspection stamp authorization and warranty expectations.
Knowledge of higher-level quality assurance system requirement documents.
Execute quality requirements in accordance with customer-approved quality assurance plans, policies, and specifications during all phases of hardware fabrication, testing, first article inspections, and final end-item inspections.
Perform accurate mechanical, physical, and visual inspections, conduct process surveillance through witnessing and monitoring techniques, and verify test results and documentation for raw materials, components, and sub-assemblies in accordance with approved inspection documents and specification requirements.
DESIRED:
Previous experience with NASA and/or DOD quality requirements and procedures.
Previous experience with aerospace manufacturing systems and processes.
Previous experience working with aerospace flight critical hardware in an Electrostatic Discharge / Foreign Object Debris, Foreign Object Damage, or Foreign Object Detection (ESD / FOD) sensitive environments, witnessing critical quality assurance and assembly operations of various components and complex assemblies.
Previous experience as an Inspector of Flight Hardware, Flight Systems, and/or other Aerospace Mechanical Components / Manufacturing Processes.
Previous experience utilizing calipers, micrometers, optical measurement devices and other shop tools.
Previous experience with one or more methods within Non-Destructive Examination, Non-Destructive Evaluation, Non-Destructive Testing (NDE / NDT) disciplines.
Currently holds or previously held CIS (Certified IPC Specialist) certification in accordance with IPC-A-610, Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies.
WORK LOCATION:
This position is located onsite; some travel may be required.
Schedules are subject to change based on the requirements of the position and/or customer needs.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:
All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check and some positions require clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:
All Bastion employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and are required to participate in periodic random drug and alcohol screenings.
STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:
Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TEAMS.
All of Bastion's employees must be team players with strong work ethics and must be culture oriented.
Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
Must be organized with good time management skills and must be able to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.
BASTION BENEFITS:
Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for their full-time employees; medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, flexible work schedules (when available), along with many other options. We also support career advancement through professional training and development.
ABOUT BASTION:
Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment; the well-being of our employees is a priority, and our flexibility allows our employees a great work life balance. Our culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Our team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. When it comes to our employees, we value, respect, and help them grow in their careers.
WORKPLACE EXCELLENCE:
At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value and help us develop solutions for challenging problems, they make us more inventive, and more resilient.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.