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.
If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, xyz X@apt- and/or phone number (256.327. xyz X) to contact us about your interest in employment with APT Research, Inc.
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
insight/oversight of KSC NASA led procurements and Contractor procurements. Primarily focused on procurement of critical Ground System Equipment (GSE) but may also include flight hardware and work with a variety of systems: mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic.
APT is an employee-owned engineering services 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: · Performs inspections, surveillance, and requirement compliance while overseeing fabrication, assembly, test, and checkout of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and aerospace flight hardware.
· Performs acceptance of GSE/hardware, receiving inspections, and review of Acceptance Data Packs. · Work with coworkers, engineering Subject Matter Experts, and contractors/vendors to verify quality/engineering requirements, resolve technical issues, address nonconformances, and document technical issues. · Frequently works independently at
offsite vendor locations. · backssments/audits of the support contractor's Quality Management System (QMS) ensuring products & services are produced per design documentation (quality and engineering requirements).
· Evaluate adequacy, compliance, and effective of contractor's QMS activities and provide direct input to SA-F Quality management. · Perform Government Mandatory Inspection Points (GMIPS), in-line backssments, surveillance inspections, and track associated nonconformances. · Perform insight & oversight of processing for EGS program as assigned. Focused on processing critical flight hardware and GSE. · Work with a variety of systems such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pyros, and pneumatics.
· Identify quality & safety issues, concerns, and potential risks that need mitigation. Required Experience/Education: · Education: High School Diploma · Experience: 4 yrs. minimum of direct procurement quality assurance experience. · QMS audits & backssment and quality surveillance (fabrication, assembly, test and checkout) practices. · KSC hardware/aerospace experience is highly desired. · Must be able to interact and develop excellent working relationships with various customers, peers, and management within and outside of KSC S&MA. 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: · Strong quality procurement background with technical experience in acquisition of critical / complex GSE and flight hardware that may be large structures system-level components, or small assemblies. · Quality experience in operations with a variety of systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, etc. ). · Technical experience on aircraft, aerospace vehicles/ payloads, military systems is desired. · AS9100/ Quality Management System (QMS) auditing, compliance, and requirements backssment experience.
· Experience monitoring & evaluating contractor processing activities. · Experience with weld inspections and electrical harness assembly. · Ability to read/interpret drawings and specifications. · Auditing experience · Clear, concise communication and writing skills presenting plans, technical issues, and project status. · Proficiency with computers, using Microsoft products Word, Excel, etc. · Experience with (or ability to learn) virtual meeting products (MS teams, Zoom, etc. ) is highly desired.
Work Environment : · Office environment and operational areas - KSC Test Facilities and Supplier/Vendor Test/ Manufacturing Facilities · Full time: 40 hrs. /week, including occasional extended shifts, weekends, holidays, and possible shift rotation (1st, 2nd or 3rd). · 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. ) periodically Physical Requirements : · Location: Kennedy Space Center and vendor/ manufacturing sites · Occasional Working at Heights required; extended periods of standing, stooping, and bending are possible.
Frequently works independently at offsite vendor locations. · Requires sitting for periods of time at a workstation/ desk and / work in operational processing areas. Ability to climb stairs. · 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 o r 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.
If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, xyz X@apt- and/or phone number (256.327. xyz X) to contact us about your interest in employment with APT Research, Inc. 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.
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We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers.
As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we're eager to hear from you. The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics
and skills: Job Overview: Execute project testing tasks & generate deliverables on time & quality to ensure customer satisfaction using appropriate processes, tools & standards with the guidance of managers & experts and also guide junior team members in their activities Key Responsibilities: Good knowledge on test design techniques (based on ISO/IEC 29119) & non-functional testing aspects and prepare test plan & test cases applying those factors Manual testing including environmental setup & bug reporting Test script/ test handlers/ test programs generation Review of test cases/ test scripts/ test handlers/ test programs articipates in automation framework design discussions & develop
automation framework Adhere to QMS, Customer specific standards, specifications and processes during project task delivery Job Type Full Time-Temporary Experience Level Mid Level Total Years of Exp5+
AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes the following. Other duties may be assigned. Test, troubleshoot, and repair electronic assemblies and test equipment by aligning, testing, and troubleshooting down to the component level all types of digital, analog, and RF circuitry.
Set up and operate all types of standard and special purpose laboratory equipment, including environmental stress screening, and computer-controlled equipment. Implement routine preventative maintenance tasks on test equipment. Measures parts for conformity with specifications. Alert supervisors to test failure trends. At times, may disassemble and reassemble production assemblies and equipment and inspect components for
defects. Maintain legible records of daily tasks and test data, and log data into a computer database. Derive formulas and generate innovative techniques to aid in the troubleshooting process of production failures and field returns.
Assist engineers in formulating test procedures and evaluating prototype circuitry and production failure trends. Cross train and assist other technicians on projects. Provide training and support to other technicians, assemblers and other personnel as needed. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma, GED or Equivalency required; two year degree in a technical discipline preferred; plus 4 years direct experience; or an equivalent combination
of education and experience. Prior bench technician experience with an emphasis on component level troubleshooting preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to support standard business hours, Monday through Friday. Must also be able to support overtime on week days or weekends as required to support business needs. Must have good electro-mechanical aptitude, be able to stand while performing duties of this job, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms, occasionally must lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, regularly exposed to the risk of electrical shock, able to work under time constraints, and work with some chemical and bonding agents.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
as directed by the quality manager. Provide leadership and direction to quality assurance staff to include monitoring staffing levels, training, scheduling, performance and more. Conduct routine quality management system audits to assure conformance with contractual and company requirements.
Perform audits, which includes audit preparation, execution, report development, non-conformance tracking, and follow-up/closure activities that meet schedule demands. Assign and lead departmental tasking to include developing project planning estimates, establish, and verify quality control principles are followed, and develop project quality metrics to assure conformance with contractual requirements.
Perform special audits or inspections on request, targeting areas of particular interest. Issue, verify, monitor, and validate effectiveness of corrective and prepare preventive action (CA/PA) plans.
Routinely monitor and inspect equipment and facilities and audit processes to determine that conditions are in accordance with contract requirements. Perform quality control functions to include site inspections, configuration control walk downs, review of workmanship standards, facility and habitability reviews, and brief management on findings. Identify and exercise judgment in identifying attributes or situations which may lead to a future risk, noncompliance, or safety and environmental
impact to the contract. 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 or U. S. naturalization due to the sensitivity of customer related information. This position requires a Secret Clearance, or the ability to obtain one. Must have a bachelor's degree in business management, engineering, or computer science, or related field. Must have 10+ years of recent and related quality assurance work experience.
In lieu of degree: Candidates with 14+ years of related work experience will be considered. Knowledge of Aerospace Standard AS9100 or ISO9000. Ability to work in industrial/administration spaces, often in remote environments where hazards are present that requires specialized training (fall protection, energized equipment, forklift operation, etc. ). DESIRED: Knowledge of Department of Defense, Federal Acquisition Regulations, Aerospace Standards, Air Force, and Government Technical Orders. WORK LOCATION: This position offers a hybrid work schedule. This position may require some travel.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED: All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check, some positions require a clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process. DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED: All Bastion employees must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen; some contracts require participation in periodic random drug and alcohol screening programs. STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS: Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite. All of Bastion's employees must be team players. 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 have a strong work ethic and must be safety culture oriented. Must be organized with good time management skills. Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task. Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time). Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.
Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements. 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, and flexible work schedules (when available). 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. INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY: At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. We are committed to a journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company, that philosophy fosters an environment of collaboration across cultures.
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, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Bastion participates in e-Verify. #Mid Senior Level #LI-Hybrid BT-23161 Job Posted by Applicant Pro
