Quality Assurance Specialist 3

APT Research is hiring an Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) Quality Assurance Specialist 3 on the KSC Safety and Mission Assurance Support Services (SMASS IV) contract at Kennedy Space Center, FL. This person will perform quality assurance, oversight/inspection surveillance, and provide QAS support to the EGS Program in SA‑F division. APT is an employee‑owned engineering services company specializing in conducting safety and quality analyses for the U.S. Government. APT offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits. Responsibilities Perform insight/oversight of processing for the EGS Program, focusing on processing critical flight hardware and Ground System Equipment (GSE). Work with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Conduct audits, assessments, and process proofing of contractor QMS, work procedures, and operational processes to ensure compliance with quality and engineering requirements. Perform inspections, surveillance, and requirement compliance while overseeing fabrication, assembly, test, and checkout of aerospace flight hardware and GSE. Accept flight hardware/GSE, perform receiving inspections, and review Acceptance Data Packs. Evaluate and trend contractor data for compliance with applicable requirements. Monitor contractor processing schedule to identify key processes for surveillance inspections and in‑line assessments. Support development and implementation of structured surveillance programs and other risk‑based quality models. Evaluate the adequacy, compliance, and effectiveness of contractor QMS activities and provide input to SA‑F Quality management regarding contractor performance. Perform Government Mandatory Inspection Points (GMIPs), In‑Line Assessments (ILAs), surveillances, and track associated nonconformances. Mentor and lead less experienced QA personnel. Provide QA crossover support to Quality Engineers (QE) and support QE functions as needed. Identify quality, safety issues, and potential concerns that require documentation and resolution. Be capable of taking on new or additional tasks with minimal direction. Scope new assignments independently and complete them. Required Experience / Education High‑School Diploma. 7 years of Quality Assurance experience with complex systems. Background in aerospace industry or military experience, with familiarity with systems used on aerospace or aircraft vehicles. Security Clearance Requirement Must be able to qualify for an unescorted badge (U.S. Citizen required) and pass a background investigation and drug test. Preferred Experience Quality background overseeing operations associated with complex systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, etc.). Experience supporting or leading Quality Management System audits. Technical background in aerospace or military work, with familiarity with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and other system components used on aircraft or aerospace vehicles. Ability to read and interpret drawings, requirements, and specifications. Experience monitoring and evaluating contractor processing activities. Clear, accurate, and concise communication and writing skills. Proficiency with personal computers, especially Microsoft Word, Excel, and similar applications. Good social skills and ability to work well with teams. Essential Job Functions Work Environment: Full time, 40+ hours a week when required, including periodic extended shifts, weekends, holidays, and shift changes (1st, 2nd, or 3rd as required). Work beyond 40 hours a week (comp time or OT when approved by CO) will be frequently required. Work in non‑environmentally controlled areas. Work at heights with fall protection, sometimes required. Work in confined spaces, sometimes required. Travel Requirements May require ability to travel domestically. Physical Requirements Extended periods of standing, stooping, and bending are expected. Ability to climb stairs. Ability to lift >15 lbs. Other Essential Functions Work independently with minimal supervision, make rational decisions, and exercise good judgment. Work attire must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk or hazard to the employee or others. Equal Opportunity Employment APT Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. APT Research, Inc. participates in E‑Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr APT (A-P-T Research, Inc.)