Quality Assurance Specialist - 30784 with Security Clearance

Requisition Number: 30784 Required Travel: 11 - 25% Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $63,143.00 - $75,000.00 Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain Level of Experience: Mid This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies' Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business. As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle.

With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination-not readiness in piece-parts. For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems-from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers-HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy's national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients' toughest nuclear and environmental challenges. Leadership Mindset at HII - Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes-regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization.

We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities

• Know & Grow Your People - Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships - Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership - Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First - Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future - Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency - Take initiative and follow through with purpose. These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies. Summary Join HII as we keep the world's most powerful Navy afloat! We are seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to support shipboard work at our Seattle, WA and Everett, WA locations. This individual will report to the Pacific Northwest Region Quality Assurance Manager. This individual will support the implementation and oversight of quality policies and procedures, monitor production operations at assigned locations, conduct tests, inspections and surveillances onboard customer vessels, and provide guidance to both QA and Production personnel as needed. Responsibilities include training, inspections, and contributing to the development and execution of procedures aligned with Quality objectives. Essential Job Responsibilities
• Review, update, approve, track, release, and close Quality Assurance Workbooks (QAWB) for installations onboard customer vessels.
• Assist in preparing Quality Control Reports supporting onboard installations.
• Conduct Quality Control tests and Inspections onboard customer vessels.
• Conduct quality surveillances against in-process work onboard customer vessels daily.
• Participate as a Quality representative in Quality Committee and may participate in Quality Staff meetings.
• Provide guidance and recommendations derived from surveillance metrics and other quality metrics to improve performance in onboard installation teams.
• Support workforce training on the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Assist in identifying, documenting and tracking rework that occurs within monitored installations.
• Lead or assist with fact-finding investigations and develop final investigation reports.
• Assist in preparing formal responses to Customer CARs and administer CARs through the CAPA Program. Minimum Qualifications
• High School and 5 years relevant experience or Associate's Degree and 3 years relevant experience. May require certification.
• Be able to read and interpret ship Installation Drawings and Liaison Action Requests (LARs).
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills. Candidate will be communicating with customers, senior managers, and internal company employees to manage and resolve Quality Assurance Issues.
• Must be proficient with use of computer software such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, and PDF reader programs similar to ADOBE PRO and NUANCE. Job duties will include developing and completing quality reports for distribution to the customer, senior managers, and internal company employees.
• Must have practical Quality Control Tests and Inspection experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance. Must be able to obtain base access credentials within the first 60 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.
• Must be able to travel, possible travel 25%.
• Must be a U.S. citizen. Preferred Requirements
• Current or previous NDT Level II Visual Inspection Certification and able to provide record of OJT hours.
• Strong knowledge of structural related system installation, including welding, structural fit up, and installation standards to include:
• Requirements for Fabrication, Welding, and Inspection of Submarine Structure (T9074-AD-GIB-010/1688)
• Fabrication, Welding, and Inspection of Ship's Structure (MIL-STD-1689A)
• Welded Joint Design (MIL-STD-22D)
• Experience working in Naval Shipyards or Military Facilities preferred.
• Maintenance & repair experience on NAVSEA contracts a plus.
• Experience distributing and managing various training programs.
• Be familiar with Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) STANDARD ITEMS, TS9090-310 Navy Modernization Program Management and Operations Manual, Joint Fleet maintenance Manual (JFMM), Requirements for Welding and Brazing Procedure and Performance Qualification (S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248), Requirements for Fabrication Welding and Inspection, and Casting Inspection and Repair for Machinery, Piping, and Pressure Vessels (S9074-AR-GIB-010/278), Requirements for Nondestructive Testing Methods (T9074-AS-GIB-010/271), Nondestructive Testing Acceptance Criteria (MIL-STD-20335A), including familiarization with Quality Assurance Workbooks.
• Have experience installing or inspecting the installation of systems/equipment onboard marine vessels.
• Experience with electrical and equipment installation on marine vessels. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. May ride ships at sea for extended periods. May require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States. The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills. Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you. To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072 HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application. Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation