General Dynamics Electric Boat · 11 hours ago
Quality Assurance Supervisor (First Shift)
EB Quonset Point Facility
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expGeneral Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor for Submarine Manufacturing and Outfitting at their Quonset Point facility. This leadership position is responsible for overseeing quality assurance to ensure safety and reliability of submarine systems, leading a team of inspectors, and collaborating with various teams to uphold quality standards.
Manufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead Quality Assurance Team: Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of inspectors and quality assurance personnel, ensuring adherence to quality standards and best practices
Oversee Inspection Processes: Coordinate and monitor inspections of submarine systems, components, and equipment to ensure compliance with safety, procedures, and operational standards
Ensure Safety and Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols and industry regulations (e.g., NAVSEA, ISO, etc.), ensuring all operations meet quality requirements
Risk Management: Identify potential risks, defects, or non-conformances, and implement corrective actions to prevent safety hazards or operational failures
Process Improvement: Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety within submarine operations. Contributed to the potential enhancement of QA procedures and protocols
Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, certification, and production teams to resolve quality issues quickly, ensuring QA practices throughout all phases of submarine production
Documentation and Reporting: Ensure accurate and detailed record-keeping for all inspections, corrective actions, and quality-related activities
Training and Development: Provide training and guidance to QA staff and other teams on quality assurance standards, safety protocols, and requirements
Audit Coordination: Oversee internal and external quality audits, ensuring that the organization meets all requirements. Address audit findings and implement corrective measures
Root Cause Analysis: Lead investigations (DLS/TLS/AIs) into defects or failures, conduct root cause analysis, and develop corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence
Team Performance Monitoring: Track and evaluate the performance of the QA team, ensuring that inspection proficiency and quality goals are consistently met
Leadership and Decision-Making: Provide leadership in QA-related decision-making, ensuring that quality and safety are never compromised for the sake of time or cost
Qualification
Required
4+ years of related professional experience within a Quality Assurance/Control program
Certified in one NDT discipline, at a minimum. i.e. MT, PT, ET
Proven knowledge and understanding of SUBSAFE, DSS-SOC, and FBW programs
High School Diploma/GED
Willingness to work extended shifts and light business travel
Knowledge of Electric Boats learning management system
Availability to work all shifts
Ability to work at heights, tightly confined spaces and in extreme weather conditions
Ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance at a minimum
Preferred
Previous supervisory/leadership experience
Non-NDT Certification(s)
Knowledge of shipboard assemblies, installations, components, and structures
NACE Certified
MDU training
Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
Previous related military/Navy experience highly desirable
Strong ability to lead and motivate a team
Ability to identify non-conformances, and potential risks
Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting issues
Deep understanding of quality assurance practices
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and safety
Confidence in making sound, timely decisions
Proficiency in identifying root causes of quality issues
Strong ability to mentor and develop a team
Skilled in setting clear expectations and holding team members accountable
Basic mathematical skills
Proven satisfactory performance with Quality Assurance documents
Ability to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, and diagrams
Company
General Dynamics Electric Boat
General Dynamics Electric Boat is a business unit of General Dynamics with headquarters in Groton, CT.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Beth Rafferty
Vice President and Chief Supply Officer
Ken Jeanos
Chief Information Officer
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