Advanced Quality Engineer in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania at Mission Systems

Advanced Quality Engineer

ID: 2026-73340
US-PA-Canonsburg
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 6/30/2026
Category: Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant 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

Imagine building your career by developing the solutions that support the mission of our nation’s service members, intelligence analysts and first responders. That’s the challenge that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you have the opportunity to redefine innovation and excellence for the world. Are you ready? Then make a career move that makes an impact at General Dynamics Mission Systems.

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 and everything in between.

We seek an experienced Advanced Quality Engineer to design, implement and maintain quality assurance protocols and methods for processing materials into finished products. Utilizing your knowledge and experienced you’ll have the opportunity to design methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of production processes, production equipment and finished products.

What you’ll experience:

• Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered

What you will be doing:

• Preparation and implementation of Quality Plans based on the internal Quality System and Custom Requirements
• Support tailoring of processes to meet Program requirements
• Monitor build and test activities to ensure compliance to Quality Plans, Customer Requirements, and approved GDMS processes to ensure the proper level of control in place and maintained.
• Ensure proper and effective records of the as-built product configuration
• Monitor and participate in the Deviation and Engineering Change processes to ensure proper change management and transfer to manufacturing is completed in an effective manner
• Monitor nonconformances and apply root cause analysis problem solving to countermeasure known systemic defects
• Perform Program-specific audits and surveillance to evaluate the program’s compliance with processes, quality plans, and customer requirements.
• Participate in supplier evaluation and selection processes and monitor supplier performance to identify supplier development opportunities.
• Collect and report quality metrics to identify continuous improvement opportunities
• Lead systemic defect investigations and root cause/corrective action by working cross-functionally
• Implement Quality System policies, procedures, and instructions as required.

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, a related specialized area or field is required (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Fully proficient knowledge of engineering (i.e., software, electrical, systems, etc.) methodologies, tools, and standards
• Fully proficient knowledge of ISO 9001:2008, CMMI, ISO 14001ASME, ANSI, EIA, etc.
• Fully proficient knowledge of use of relevant inspection/measurement tools and techniques

What sets you apart:

• Experience in defense contracting or similarly regulated industries such as medical device, automotive, or nuclear
• Ability to speak to a specific example of leading a Continuous Improvement initiative with a cross-functional team
• Familiarity with AI tools such as Claude or equivalent platforms
• Background specifically in electro-mechanical or highly technical products (note: candidates with exclusively chemical or laboratory backgrounds will not be considered)
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• 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

Workplace Options:
This position is fully onsite in Canonsburg, PA.

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 $112,500.00 - USD $117,500.00 /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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