Quality Assurance Engineer - Fabrication

The role

The QA Engineer - Fabrication supports the RECONCRAFT QA Program and manages fabrication related quality functions. This person provides subject matter expertise, establishes quality strategy, and maintains the ISO 9001 compliant Quality Management System.

What you will do

• Manage and support the company's ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Ensure adherence to approved contract documents for Quality Assurance.
• Support and develop project and program plans.
• Develop, implement, and oversee process improvements and procedures.
• Develop, implement, and manage test plans and reports.
• Read and interpret contracts, technical specifications, and fabrication drawings.
• Oversee regulatory and company calibration guidelines.
• Identify and document work discrepancies and conflicts.
• Perform visual and non-destructive inspections of aluminum and steel weldment.
• Serve as a customer point of contact for quality matters and audits.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction-related field or 5 years of relevant experience in marine manufacturing industry.
• 7 years of combined fabrication, management, production, and operational experience in the marine manufacturing industry.
• Experience on both small and large, multi-faceted projects.
• Ability to read and interpret complex construction documents, including 3D models.
• Excellent written and oral communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills working with clients, naval architects, engineers, project managers, vendors, and sub-contractors.
• Experience leading and developing others with a team approach.
• Self-motivated and efficient time management skills.
• Ability to succeed under tight deadlines and schedules.
• Ability to develop detailed processes, procedures, and plans.
• Ability to develop detailed quality requirements for vendors and sub-contractors.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and computer skills.

Nice to have

• 5 years of military or government vessel operations and maintenance experience.
• Prior experience with complex marine projects, including quality assurance roles and responsibilities.
• Understanding of project delivery and acceptance criteria within a fast-paced, government contracting environment.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) qualification, specific to aluminum welding and fabrication.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match
• Open leave policy and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Transportation expense account
• Employee assistance program

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Ability to obtain a passport if one is not currently held
• Ability to obtain an Oregon Boater's certification/card

About the company

The Copper River Family of Companies is a collection of entities owned by the Native Village of Eyak, a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe. The companies deliver solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of their clients.