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Sr QA Engineer

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (AR,ME,NE,OH,VT)

United States, Maine, Saco

291 North St (Show on map)

Aug 21, 2025

Sr QA Engineer

Job Locations

US-ME-Saco

Requisition ID

2025-34707

Position Type

Full Time

Position Classification

On-Site

Job Function

Quality

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters.

Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders.

Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs.

If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Job Summary

Develops and implements methods and procedures for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection to ensure that the products are free of flaws and function as designed | Designs and installs sophisticated testing equipment and performs product testing and analysis to maintain quality levels and minimize defects and failure rates | Analyzes reports and defective products to determine trends and recommend corrective actions | Collaborates with supplier representatives on quality problems, ensures that effective corrective actions are implemented and contributes to supplier quality improvement programs

Impact of the Role

General Profile

Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines

Solves complex problems
Works independently, receives minimal guidance
May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

Establishes quality standards for products and processes and suggest modifications meant to prevent defects in components or final products.
Works closely with cross-functional teams, including product design, product management, and production, to identify and mitigate quality risks.
Audits production processes, raw materials, or suppliers/vendors to ensure that established quality standards are met.
Conducts root cause analysis for defects, non-conformities, or other quality failures.
May be responsible for ensuring compliance with formal external quality standards, such as ISO 9001.

Required Qualifications

Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
Discipline/Major: Quality or Engineering degree preferred
Knowledge, skills & abilities: In-depth knowledge of Quality Management Systems such as ISO 9001& AS9100. Proficiency in quality planning, control, PFMEA and continuous improvement. Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies. Ability to identify inefficiencies in order to enhance processes and reduce defects. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience with root cause analysis methodologies. Ability to implement effective corrective and preventive actions. Knowledge of various testing, inspection, and validation methods. Ability to ensure compliance and prepare for internal and external audits. Proficiency in maintaining detailed and accurate quality records and documentation. Experience in generating and presenting quality reports to stakeholders. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, management and external stakeholders. Familiarity with quality engineering software and analysis tools. Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and standards. Ability to adapt to changing environments and requirements.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

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The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.