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Armtec Defense Technologies · 5 days ago

Quality Test Technician

Camden, AR

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Armtec Defense Technologies is an operating unit of the Transdigm Group, specializing in aerospace and defense products. The Quality Test Technician is responsible for leading testers and quality technicians in the preparation, arming, and testing of flares, ensuring compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.

ManufacturingPublic SafetySecurity

Responsibilities

Leads Testers in:

Preparing, Arming and testing flare output performance

Set-up and testing of flares static function/velocity conformance

Preparation and test firing of end burners

Ignition comp testing

Pulling samples

Performing all required tests

Plans sequence of testing and calibration procedures for instruments, equipment and products

Coordinates test results with Blend Supervisor; maintains general test records, as required

Sets up and maintains test equipment for the performance of in-process and lot acceptance testing

Makes final accept/reject disposition for batch acceptance tests; interfaces and coordinates lot acceptance testing with Quality Technician and Government QAR and/or DCMA

Originates and reports final lot test data to appropriate area for all lot history data

Archives all materials and data used to originate reports, Videos, High Speed Data, Spreadsheets and Paperwork etc

Oversees calibration and repairing of electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, and electronic measuring, recording and indicating instruments

Performs standard and special tests to support Production, Quality and Engineering

Responsible for development of procedures and policies for safely conducting test activities

Determines necessary equipment upgrades, including procurement, installation, and implementation

Responsible for inspecting instruments, equipment, products and components for defects

Devises formulas to solve problems in testing, measurements and calibrations

Assists Engineering/Operations in formulating tests, calibrations, repair, and evaluation plans and procedures to maintain precision accuracy of measuring, recording and indicating instruments, equipment and products

Maintains open communication with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Materials and Programs/Contracts

Makes decisions using Quality acceptance criteria without personal judgment on any issue brought forth – if unknown, must be able to seek assistance through research, past experience and supervisors

Seeks ways to improve the performance, Quality and integrity of the product which may be approached through the use of tools, training, or re-design of equipment

Keeps track of employee records and ensures all training is up to date – must also give input on employee competence

Gives direction, monitors performance and trains Pyrotechnic Testers, and assigned Technicians

Assists through the entire process of preparing using to be tested, setting up of equipment, performing the test and analyzing and delivering results to responsible parties

Maintains the highest ethical standards, even when challenged from above

Understands and lives by Armtec’s ethics and business conduct policies

Qualification

Statistical Process ControlData analysisQuality measuring devicesExcel spreadsheetsTechnical specificationsBasic mathScience principlesEngineering principlesInterpersonal skillsProblem solvingTeam playerCommunication skills

Required

Proficient in Excel spreadsheets; data analysis, formatting of usable tables and other evaluation documents

Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control and associated data analysis

Proficient at reading and generating charts and graphs; troubleshooting and analytical skills

Working knowledge of the practical use of quality measuring devices

Capable of interacting with other departments

Must be able to work 2nd shift; overtime; and wear a flash suit level 4 or 5 if required; must be respirator certified

Must possess both technical and interpersonal skills

Must have a clear understanding of, and follow, all safety rules and regulations

Must be a team player, who can work independently in support of all product testing requirements

Must be able to read flare data and technical specifications and be able perform/conduct tests that meet specifications and reference documents to determine lot acceptance criteria

Have a clear understanding of all tests performed and be able to carry out tests individually if needed

Must be able to demonstrate ability in the Armtec competencies for all employees, customer focus, ethics & values, problem solving, integrity & trust, functional/technical skills, listening, action-oriented, composure and values diversity

Associates degree preferred

Three years of related experience and/or training

Must understand basic math, science, and engineering principles

Must have general computer skills. (MS Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)

Must communicate effectively in both oral and written form

Assist in the training of newer test technicians to help develop skills needed to be self-sufficient