Koam Engineering Systems, Inc. (KES Inc.) is an employee-owned small business specializing in technology innovation and systems integration by combining innovative products and reliable engineering services. Headquartered in San Diego, California and with offices in Gig Harbor, WA KES provides services globally in systems engineering & technical assistance, requirements analysis, software design & development, systems integration & testing, independent verification & validation, and operational & logistic support. JOB PURPOSE
The Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist II is responsible for inspections and reviews of various network and communication systems. This includes quality assurance and quality control of incoming, in-process, and final delivery systems as well as developing and reviewing reports and status for all quality issues encountered.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY SUMMARY
- Maintain compliance with standards of the quality management system (QMS) for ISO 9001:2015
- Assists in the initiation and resolution of quality inspections including deviations, out of specifications, out of tolerances, facility incident notifications, corrective/preventive actions and/or non-compliances (NCs)
- Uses the configuration management tool, CMPro, to generate, track, and close work orders and deviations
- Review and inspect IUID labels and other IUID requirements
- Reads and Understands Engineering Drawings
- Ensures the implementation of performance targets set for the department
- Maintaining a high level of quality awareness throughout the organization through on the job and other regular training and system auditing
- Responsible for reviewing, assessing, tracking, following-up and completing quality inspections, investigations, CAPA, risk assessments, and action items
- Updates databases, prepares weekly metrics, identifies and communicates trending and tracking of Quality Events to supervisor
- Performs QA functions including review of production processes to ensure compliance with operating procedures and facilitate process improvements
- Responsible for supporting the audit by regulatory agencies and government inspections
- Follows applicable regulations, including ISO, and company policies and procedures
- Provide QA input and guidance during production of commercial product related to quality events and issue resolution
- Works with project planners to resolve common production issues
- Use measuring tools, scale, multimeter and test equipment as needed to accomplish tasks.
- Use of torque wrenches/ screwdrivers to verify customer torque requirement on inspected equipment.
- Other Duties as assigned
Required:
- High School Diploma
- This position requires a U.S. Government DoD granted security clearance/eligibility at the final Secret level. Individual must be able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance/eligibility for employment
Preferred:
- Associates or Bachelor's degree
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Required:
- 2+ years of experience with quality assurance, quality control, or other inspection or quality processes and procedures
- Familiarity with defense communication systems projects to include scheduling, quality assurance, quality control, and risk management.
- Experience with coordination of calibration activities in a government environment.
- Strong technical, interpersonal, written and verbal skills
- Ability to operate effectively independently and in a team environment
- Ability to provide direct interface with customers
- Flexibility of schedule and the ability to work occasional overtime when needed
Preferred:
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Required:
- Knowledgeable in Naval or DoD installation processes, practices, and procedures
- Mechanical or Electrical industry standard skillsets
- Familiarity with quality systems such as document control, vendor qualifications and CAPA
- Familiarity with CMPro
Since 1995, KES continues to foster the entrepreneurial spirit of a growing small business that focuses on the needs of its customers and employees and serves to provide a rewarding and challenging career. KES offers a competitive salary and full range of benefits. KES, Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
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KOAM Engineering Systems (KES)
Oct 21, 2025