QA Tester

US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other

Work Authorization:US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other

Job Summary:

Our client is looking for a QA Tester to join their team for a long term contract position in St. Louis, Missouri.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and specifications to ensure clear, testable quality requirements.
• Perform in-process and final inspections of mechanical assemblies, wiring, harnesses, and functional performance.
• Analyze quality data (defects, yields, test results) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead root-cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for nonconformances.
• Support supplier quality activities, including evaluation of incoming materials and components.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards (e.g., ISO 9001, customer and internal quality requirements).
• Train and support production and test technicians on quality standards, procedures, and workmanship criteria
• Develop and maintain quality plans, inspection criteria, and test procedures for electro-mechanical test equipment.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field and five (5) years of experience; years of experience accepted in lieu of degree.

• Must have the ability to obtain SECRET clearance.
• Proven experience in quality assurance roles; supervisory or leadership experience is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Familiarity with industry-specific standards and certifications (e.g., ISO 9001, Six Sigma, Lean, etc.).
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and quality management software (e.g., QMS platforms).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Combination of office and [factory/manufacturing floor/laboratory] environments; may require some travel to vendor or customer sites.
• Ability to work extended hours or shifts as needed to meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or equivalent.
• Experience with quality assurance in manufacturing / fabrication environment.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis tools and techniques.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.