Quality Auditor at Mission Systems – Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Quality Auditor

ID: 2026-72006
US-MA-Pittsfield
Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 4/15/2026
Category: Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Developing mission-critical systems that help keep people safe is what we do. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar space and everything in between.

We will rely on your knowledge and skills to develop, implement and maintain methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacturing or fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies. In this entry-level position, the Manufacturing Engineer will develop strong communications with internal teams to estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines. At GDMS, we continually seek ways to develop and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing our team’s knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.

The Quality Auditor (Sr Quality Eng) is responsible for planning, conducting, and reporting internal and external audits to ensure compliance with company quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute quality audits (process, product, and system audits)
• Evaluate compliance with ISO standards and GDMS quality policies
• Document audit findings and nonconformances
• Work with departments to develop and track corrective actions
• Prepare and present audit reports to management
• Support continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain audit schedules and records

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
• 3+ years of quality auditing experience
• Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, or CMMI standards
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification
• Experience in defense or aerospace industry
• Familiarity with GDMS processes and systems

What sets you apart:

• Outstanding communication skills to work proactively with a project team and interact with our customers
• Ability to think creatively and multi-task
• Solid skills in reviewing documents, drawings and instructions for conformance to requirements techniques

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
• Please note the target salary range indicated in the job description.

Workplace options:

• This position is 100% on-site in our Pittsfield MA facilities...we are not offering a relocation package at this time.

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $85,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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