Areté Associates
Senior Engineer, Quality Assurance
Areté Associates, Healdsburg, California, United States, 95448
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We have an immediate need for a
Senior Engineer, Quality Assurance in our
Healdsburg, CA facility. We are looking for a dedicated professional who thrives in challenging environments. Our QA department focuses on process controls, metrics measurements, test witnessing, and inspecting & verification of hardware with software elements. As the QA engineer, you will be responsible for program and several site level Quality Assurance functions. This position is open immediately and offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package. This position is an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time position. Responsibilities & Duties Oversee and contribute to continuously improving the Quality Management System (QMS), and drive thesite towards ISO9001/AS9100 compliance Provide QA support for the development and production of computer aided gimbal products in our NewProductIntroduction/Prototypingfacility.Theseproductsincludehardwareandsoftwareelements. Review requirements, specifications and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback. Monitor, audit and provide performance reporting on the production of deliverable hardware and software products. Investigate non-conformances and lead root cause analyses using quality tools (FMEA, 8D, CAPA . Track quality assurance metrics, including but not limited to, non-conformances, bug reports andcorrective action implementation activities. Witness and verify regression testing and product acceptance testing. Monitor and review quarterly supplier performance data. Createanddocumentinspectionplansforincomingmaterialandin-processassemblies.Provide inspectiondataandqualityassurance reports toseniormanagement Provide program managers and engineers with necessary data to make informed decisions. Lead continuous improvement initiatives across operations, quality and production Develop and support quality documentation, Production Part Approval Processes, Standard OperatingProcedures, and Test Plans Facilitate Program level MRB meetings and resolve quality issues using the TipQA Database. We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer: Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Vision Reimbursement Fitness Reimbursement Financial: 401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Continuing Education Assistance Work-Life Balance: Flexible Scheduling Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave What We Value: Creativity and innovation in solving challenges Integrity and responsibility in all actions Collaborationacrossteamsandspecialties Responsivenessinfast-pacedenvironments Passion for national security and excellence Experiences and Background We Look For (Required Skills): Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Quality Engineering, Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics, Business Administration, or equivalent experience 5+ years’ experience in quality assurance 4+ years’ experience in electronics manufacturing environment Working knowledge of Six Sigma tools (SPC, FMEA, 5S, DFM), metrology & precision instruments Strongdataanalysis,statistics,testexecution,andtechnicalreportingskills Self-starter with strong multitasking and project management capabilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills Capacity to work independently and in a team Proven capability to comprehend and represent technical product specifications U.S. Citizenship and ability to acquire a secret security clearance Nice
To
Have
(Preferred
Skill): Optics and Laser experience 1+ years’ experience in software industry Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; CAD/data Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process Understanding of QA process for software development, debugging and release The salary range for this role is
$126,000/yr to $137,000/yr;
however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills . Other
Considerations Aretéiscommittedtotheprinciplesofequalemploymentopportunityandnondiscrimination,andwebelieveeverypersonhastherighttobetreatedwithfairness,dignity,andequalconsideration. AretéisanEqualOpportunityemployer.Allqualifiedapplicantswillreceiveconsiderationforemployment withoutregardtorace,color,religion,sex,genderidentity,maritalstatus,nationalorigin,age,veteranstatus, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S.citizenshipisrequiredtomeetpositioneligibility. Successfulpassageofacriminalbackgroundscreenisrequiredtomeetpositioneligibility. Selectedapplicantswillbesubjecttoagovernmentsecurityinvestigationandmustmeeteligibilityrequirements for access to classified information. Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.
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Senior Engineer, Quality Assurance in our
Healdsburg, CA facility. We are looking for a dedicated professional who thrives in challenging environments. Our QA department focuses on process controls, metrics measurements, test witnessing, and inspecting & verification of hardware with software elements. As the QA engineer, you will be responsible for program and several site level Quality Assurance functions. This position is open immediately and offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package. This position is an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time position. Responsibilities & Duties Oversee and contribute to continuously improving the Quality Management System (QMS), and drive thesite towards ISO9001/AS9100 compliance Provide QA support for the development and production of computer aided gimbal products in our NewProductIntroduction/Prototypingfacility.Theseproductsincludehardwareandsoftwareelements. Review requirements, specifications and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback. Monitor, audit and provide performance reporting on the production of deliverable hardware and software products. Investigate non-conformances and lead root cause analyses using quality tools (FMEA, 8D, CAPA . Track quality assurance metrics, including but not limited to, non-conformances, bug reports andcorrective action implementation activities. Witness and verify regression testing and product acceptance testing. Monitor and review quarterly supplier performance data. Createanddocumentinspectionplansforincomingmaterialandin-processassemblies.Provide inspectiondataandqualityassurance reports toseniormanagement Provide program managers and engineers with necessary data to make informed decisions. Lead continuous improvement initiatives across operations, quality and production Develop and support quality documentation, Production Part Approval Processes, Standard OperatingProcedures, and Test Plans Facilitate Program level MRB meetings and resolve quality issues using the TipQA Database. We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer: Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Vision Reimbursement Fitness Reimbursement Financial: 401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Continuing Education Assistance Work-Life Balance: Flexible Scheduling Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave What We Value: Creativity and innovation in solving challenges Integrity and responsibility in all actions Collaborationacrossteamsandspecialties Responsivenessinfast-pacedenvironments Passion for national security and excellence Experiences and Background We Look For (Required Skills): Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Quality Engineering, Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics, Business Administration, or equivalent experience 5+ years’ experience in quality assurance 4+ years’ experience in electronics manufacturing environment Working knowledge of Six Sigma tools (SPC, FMEA, 5S, DFM), metrology & precision instruments Strongdataanalysis,statistics,testexecution,andtechnicalreportingskills Self-starter with strong multitasking and project management capabilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills Capacity to work independently and in a team Proven capability to comprehend and represent technical product specifications U.S. Citizenship and ability to acquire a secret security clearance Nice
To
Have
(Preferred
Skill): Optics and Laser experience 1+ years’ experience in software industry Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; CAD/data Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process Understanding of QA process for software development, debugging and release The salary range for this role is
$126,000/yr to $137,000/yr;
however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills . Other
Considerations Aretéiscommittedtotheprinciplesofequalemploymentopportunityandnondiscrimination,andwebelieveeverypersonhastherighttobetreatedwithfairness,dignity,andequalconsideration. AretéisanEqualOpportunityemployer.Allqualifiedapplicantswillreceiveconsiderationforemployment withoutregardtorace,color,religion,sex,genderidentity,maritalstatus,nationalorigin,age,veteranstatus, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S.citizenshipisrequiredtomeetpositioneligibility. Successfulpassageofacriminalbackgroundscreenisrequiredtomeetpositioneligibility. Selectedapplicantswillbesubjecttoagovernmentsecurityinvestigationandmustmeeteligibilityrequirements for access to classified information. Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.
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