Procurement Quality Assurance Specialist (#3172188) | Melbourne, FL

Quality Assurance (QA) jobs involve the systematic monitoring and evaluation of the various aspects of a project, service, or facility to ensure that standards of quality are being met. The primary goal is to identify defects and issues before the product reaches the customer, thereby ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining the reputation of an organization. QA roles often require attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a good understanding of industry-specific regulations and standards. These jobs can vary widely, from software testing to food safety inspection, but they universally function as a critical checkpoint in the production and delivery process of goods or services.

Quality Assurance (QA) jobs involve ensuring that products or services meet certain standards of quality before they reach the consumer. Individuals in QA roles are responsible for planning and implementing inspection processes, conducting tests, and analyzing the results to detect defects. They work to prevent errors and improve the overall quality of the final output. Key characteristics of QA jobs include attention to detail, a systematic approach to problem-solving, and a strong understanding of industry-specific regulations and quality standards. These professionals play a critical role in customer satisfaction and maintaining the reputation of a brand or company.

Quality Assurance (QA) jobs involve ensuring that products, services, or software meet established standards of quality before they reach the consumer. Professionals in QA roles are responsible for identifying defects, implementing test strategies, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Key features of QA jobs include attention to detail, a systematic approach to problem-solving, and a focus on continuous improvement. QA specialists work to prevent errors and enhance customer satisfaction by aiming for zero defects and delivering reliable performance.

company specializing in conducting safety and quality analyses for the U. S. Government. APT offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities that match your professional development interest, and excellent benefits including being voted as the best place for working parents.

Our employees are owners, each share in the commitment to deliver safe, reliable, and innovative Analysis, Planning, & Test Solutions and services that exceed expectations, build employee pride of ownership, and optimize shareholder value. Responsibilities: · Serve a dual role: Quality Engineer and Quality Assurance · GMIP QE Affordability Process; Performs QE tier 2/3 evaluation/ review and analyses for determination

of either GMIP retention, revise to In-Line backssment (ILA) and/ or deletion(s). · Potential nonconformance MRB certification and approvals. · Performs Government Mandatory Inspection Points (GMIPs), In-Line backssments, surveillance inspections, and tracks associated nonconformances on Artemis flight hardware and GSE processing.

· Performs insight/oversight of contractor operations. This effort will be focused on both flight hardware and Ground Support Equipment (GSE). · Work with several systems such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and others. · Performs acceptance of GSE/hardware, receiving inspections, and QE review of Acceptance Data Packs (not including signing

of DD250 documents). · Performs/supports backssments & audits of contractor's Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure products & services are produced per design documentation and engineering requirements.

· Supports development of government insight/oversight plan for individual contracts. · Performs WAD reviews to identify GMIPs and works contract surveillance for implementation/ completion of GMIPs. · Works with contractor Quality counterparts, engineering Subject Matter Experts, and other technical disciplines to resolve technical issues, address nonconformances, and other quality concerns. · Manages/tracks procurement status, Requests For Information, nonconformances, waivers, elevated risks, and any associated reports.

· Reviews contractor documentation for compliance to higher level Program level and contractual requirements. · Reviews government and contractor data and performs data analysis. · Identifies quality/safety issues, concerns, and potential risks that require mitigation. · Represents NASA Quality while interfacing with key NASA and contractor procurement stakeholders. · Performs inspections, surveillance, and requirement compliance while overseeing fabrication, assembly, and test and checkout of GSE and aerospace flight hardware.

· Periodically tasked with overseeing efforts on ad-hoc assignments. Required Experience/Education: · Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Technical field. · Experience: 6 yrs. of engineering, science, or technical experience. · Must have Quality Engineering experience. · KSC flight hardware, aerospace processing experience, and Procurement Quality experience is highly desirable. · Strong quality background with work experience in processing flight hardware and Ground Support Equipment that may include larger flight/GSE structures, system-level components, or smaller assemblies.

· Significant " floor-level" KSC experience with a variety of systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, etc. ). Security Clearance Requirement: · Must be able to qualify for an unescorted badge (US Citizen required) and be able to pass a background investigation & drug test. Preferred Experience: · Ability to review quality/engineering requirements and specifications, contracts, statements of work, and higher level documents and translates those requirements into an effective insight/oversight quality plan and assure subsequent implementation. · QMS auditing experience.

· Experience monitoring/evaluating contractor processing activities. · Ability to clearly and concisely present plans, technical issues, and project status. · Ability to read & interpret drawings. · Proficiency with personal computers, specifically with using Microsoft Word and Excel. · Experience with (or ability to learn) virtual meeting products (MS teams, Zoom, etc. ) is highly desired. · Good team building/ cross functional teams and strong social skills. Essential Job Functions: Work Environment : · Office environment and operational areas - KSC Flight hardware and Ground support Testing Facilities · Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate, and timely communication, both verbally and written.

· Ability to interact professionally with coworkers, management, contractors, and customers Travel Requirements : · Requires ability to travel domestically (within the U. S. ) Physical Requirements : · Requires sitting for periods of time at a workstation/ desk and / work in operational processing areas. · Ability to lift >15 lbs. Other Essential Functions: · Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgement · Work attire must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk / hazard to the employee or others EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled APT Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer and pro vides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. APT Research, Inc. participates in E-Verify. Job Posted by Applicant Pro