Quality Assistant

• Huntington Beach

ABOUT US

Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry's most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement *

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide administrative support within the Quality Control Department
• Compliant with ISO:9001 and adhering to government and agency regulation standards
• Organize audit paperwork, registrations, and certifications
• Organize files for lab equipment calibration and maintain the master schedule for maintenance of that equipment as needed
• Support the shop floor with providing data and aiding documentation to complete work performed
• Review files, records, and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
• Manage and maintain records for the Quality Department as needed
• Propose recommendations for improving content management system capabilities.
• Collaborate with and provide general support to department members by creating a smooth workflow, which may entail assisting with each other's work when necessary.
• Communicate well with others, and foster teamwork and a positive environment.
• Operate office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines, voice mail systems, and personal computers.
• Maintain and update filing, inventory, mailing, and database systems, either manually or using a computer.
• Compile, copy, sort, and file records of office activities, business transactions, and other activities.
• Compute, record, and proofread data and other information, such as records or reports.
• Type, format, proofread, and edit correspondence and other documents, from notes or dictating machines, using computers.
• Sorting, filing, answering phones when necessary
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Detail oriented and goal oriented
• Ability to work independently and follow up on multiple tasks/projects
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong written and organizational skills
• Familiar with ISO 9001 & AS 9100
• Safely performs assignments, follows applicable safety practices, policies, and safe work behavior.
• Notifies management or appropriate personnel when a job hazard or an unsafe work practice emerges during work
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (green card holder) or other status as a U.S. Person)

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in Quality Control is a plus
• Computer literate including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook procedures
• Ability to read, speak and write in English.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, certain positions may require applicants to be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: No travel required for this position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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.

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.

M-F 7:30am - 4pm