Quality Auditor
: Job Details :

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

This person will be part of our Quality Audit team responsible for conducting process and product compliance audits related to Draper's Quality Management System (QMS) which is based primarily on ISO 9001:2015, and specially AS9100. The candidate is expected to work independently with cross functional teams and develop a thorough understanding of our QMS documented Policies, Procedures, and established QOP Infrastructure processes, to support operation and programs. The Quality Auditor should have good understanding of system engineering development life cycles; bi-directional traceability including Hardware, Software, Integration and Test discipline and change management. As a member of the Quality audit team, the candidate will also be responsible for developing Product and Process audit questionnaires and partnering to improve QMS by analyzing data and generating metrics.

Job Description:

Skills/Abilities * Ability to work on cross functional teams * Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles * Familiarity with Quality Standards ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100. * Expert knowledge and skills in process integration. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines. * Ability to prioritize tasks. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Good interpersonal skills to communicate clearly. * Excellent written and oral communication skills. Education Requires a bachelor of Science degree an Engineering discipline. Experience Requires 5-7 years experience in quality engineering or other engineering role.

Additional Job Description:

• Develops and evaluates quality processes and system standards to ensure compliance with company standards and government regulatory requirements
• This position will support audit activities across Draper's facilities. The position will require up to 20% travel within the United States
• Evaluates quality process and system standards to ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory and industry requirements
• Generating audit reports on internal and external audits, system, product and process conformity, pre-audits, and special audits
• Investigates problems and develops disposition and corrective actions for recurring quality system process discrepancies
• Interface as needed with programs, engineering, customer, and supply chain representatives to ensure quality system process requirements are met
• Recommends corrective actions, dispositions, and modifications
• Analyzing audit data and generating corporate metrics
• Identifies areas of risk and mitigating solutions
• Develops and delivers audit planning and results consistently and accurately to all levels of the organization
• Assist with infrastructure audits and Facilitates DCMA and 3rd Party Registrar audits
• Develops, distributes, monitors, and validates internal and external issued corrective action requests (CARs)
• Qualifications:
• General proficiency in quality systems is desirable along with demonstrated skills in leading process and productivity improvements in the context of ISO and AS quality standards

Security Requirement

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact ...@draper.com.