Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

Jaxon is looking for a full-time, on-site Quality Engineer to work at its headquarters in Colorado Springs, CO. The successful candidate will possess the ability to implement and sustain a quality control system to ensure its effectiveness and efficiency, across multiple departments (Engineering, Construction, Sustainment, & Business Operations). The selected candidate will be a team player, while stretching performance standards for themself. This is a results-oriented "doer" who passionately finds ways over, around, and through barriers to success.

Jaxon is the leading full-service provider of High-altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) services worldwide, delivering world-class engineering, testing, construction, and sustainment services. The company is headquartered in Colorado Springs with employees working through the U.S. Jaxon offers outstanding benefits packages, competitive pay, and a culture that is unmatched.

Security Clearance: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret clearance or higher.

Required Travel: Some travel maybe required up to 15% per year.

Salary: $70,000-85,000 annual

Benefits:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance at 2.5 times annual base salary provided
• Short & Long Term Disability insurance provided
• PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) match (up to 4% of salary)

The Jaxon Experience:

• Jaxon Kitchen Fridays, our Monthly tradition where the team gathers for good food, good company, and a chance to unwind the work week together.
• Annual Golf Tournament that brings out everyone's competitive spirit; pros, rookies, and "I'm just here for the cart snacks" people alike.
• A Christmas Event Like No Other, legendary for a reason; traditions, surprises and the kind of magic only Jaxon can pull off. AND a Kids' Christmas Celebration that brings out the joy, the crafts, and the wide-eyed wonder of the season.
• Super Bowl Party because friendly rivalry, good food, and loud cheering are practically part of our job description, and of course, even the day after the Super Bowl is a paid holiday, because we believe in recovery, rest, and reliving the best plays and commercials.

All the good times we talk about are here to build connection, not obligations. Participation is always optional because ownership includes owning your time and your comfort level. Nothing in this section is meant to create a contractual benefit, just a glimpse into the way we show up for each other and make Jaxon more than just a place to work!

Requirements

Primary Duties

• Create AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
• Archive, scan, and maintain all applicable build records associated with the product including captured data, completed forms/reports, inspection & testing methods, techniques, and equipment used for quality assurance
• Incoming inspection of materials and special process to ensure completeness of CoC's and traceable documentation
• Adhere to methods to determine whether process and completed products meet specific standards and specifications.
• Ability to work well and maintain a schedule with fabrication team to document the FAIRs and complete AS9102s.
• Ability to develop, review & update project quality reports, standard operating procedures, and quality program manuals.
• Self-starter, who is highly motivated and well organized with the ability to demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in the office when coordination with the project team members is needed.

Support Functions

• Support ISO 9001:2015 Certification and AS9100 compliance (including calibration, document control, certification, training, inspections, etc.)
• Conduct internal audits, support AS9100 audits and customer surveys
• Supplier assessment & audits
• Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
• Prepare for source inspection, interact with customer
• Review and assist with investigation of nonconformances, root cause analysis, and corrective action.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or four years of experience as a quality engineer or similar role for a specifically related field such as DoD contracting or EMP protection
• Experience inspecting parts, working with job travelers, drawings, and CMM inspection tools a plus.
• Proficient with MS Excel, MS Office, and MS PowerPoint. Experience with MS Project and advanced Excel functions (formatting, commands, macros, etc) a plus.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD issued Secret clearance
• Willingness to be coached and willing to learn new skills in a growing industry

Who We're Looking For: We are seeking a team member with a positive attitude who takes pride in producing neat, high-quality work. The ideal candidate enjoys working with others and contributes to a fun, collaborative team environment. This person must be able to follow direction while also thinking independently and taking initiative when needed.

Application Deadline: Rolling – open until filled; candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Duties and responsibilities may evolve based on project needs and operational requirements. This description does not cover every task or expectation associated with the role.

Jaxon does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or military status.