**Description** Are you looking for a challenging opportunity to utilize your passion for Quality in a technologically diverse field? At Applied Research Associates’ Randolph, Vermont location, we develop some of the world’s most innovative systems and technology that have an impact on a global scale. For this unique opportunity, we are seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to assure that our leading-edge products in the Defense, Security, Automation and Geotechnical industries meet Customer requirements and perform at a world-class level. The ideal candidate should be ready to make an impact by conducting inspection on precision parts, assemblies and systems, identifying quality system improvement opportunities, as well as assisting in the development, implementation and documentation to drive system improvement. As a Quality Assurance Technician, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that products and processes meet the established standards of ARA and our customers. This role involves conducting inspections, tests, and audits (where applicable) to verify compliance with company, and customer requirements. + **What you’ll do as a Quality Assurance Technician** + Support divisional Quality initiatives as appropriate. + Perform regular inspections of raw materials, in-process production, incoming and finished product Using appropriate measuring and test equipment. + Complete inspection reports, summarize results and recommending corrective action, where applicable. + Analyze, compile, and report on findings of non-compliance and provide recommendations for improvement. + Communicate inspection results to relevant departments / groups. + Contribute to developing and execute disposition requests. + Track and escalate unresolved non-compliance issues and corrective action plans to closure. + Review and assess process adherence to industry standards, regulations, and company policies. + Work closely with Production and Quality teams to address quality issues. + Collaborate with Engineering to implement quality improvement initiatives. + Provide training to production staff on quality standards and best practices. + Serve as a resource for employees regarding quality-related questions and issues. + Participate in continuous improvement programs and initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality. + Assist in the development of Quality Management Systems and Standard Operating Procedures. + **Quality Assurance Technician Requirements** + High School plus advanced training and 4-5 years' experience + Functional understanding of ISO 9001:2015 and/or AS9100D + Experience working with an ISO 9001:2015 and/or AS9100D certified QMS + Previous experience in quality inspection or a related field. + Familiarity with Quality Control Methodologies (e.g. Six Sigma, Sample Planning, AS9100, and ISO 9001). + Familiarity with a wide range of precision inspection equipment and techniques. + Familiarity with Metrology. + Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team. + Work may involve exposure to various environmental conditions and may require lifting and physical activity related to inspections. + **Quality Assurance Technician Preferences** + ASQ Certification(s) + Experience with PDCA methodology **Company & Division Information** Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 2,300 professionals and is rapidly growing. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics. ARA’s Integrated Products Division is based in Randolph, Vermont with a satellite office in Greenville, South Carolina. We specialize in managing projects in vehicle autonomy, underground imaging, and various other complex engineering solutions. As well as providing security, augmented reality and geotechnical products for government, military, and civilian Customers. As a 100% employee-owned company, ARA provides a work environment that challenges its employees, rewards their efforts, and provides opportunities for them to grow and pursue work they are passionate about. ARA provides excellent benefits including medical, dental, vacation, 401(k), and stock ownership. For additional information and an opportunity to join our unique team, please visit our website at www.ara.com . **Qualifications** **Behaviors** **Required** + **Functional Expert:** Considered a thought leader on a subject + **Team Player:** Works well as a member of a group **Preferred** + **Dedicated:** Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity + **Enthusiastic:** Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest + **Innovative:** Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking **Motivations** **Required** + **Flexibility:** Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals + **Goal Completion:** Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks **Preferred** + **Ability to Make an Impact:** Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization + **Growth Opportunities:** Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility + **Self-Starter:** Inspired to perform without outside help + **Work-Life Balance:** Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work **Education** **Required** + High School or better **Experience** **Required** + 4-5 years: Experience related to the position Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)