QA Engineer- Mechanical

Who we are:

Globalstar pioneered personal safety by introducing its SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger in 2007. Today, leveraging its low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation, Globalstar reliably connects and protects assets, transmits key operational data, and saves lives - from any location - for consumers, industrial companies and government agencies in over 120 countries. With a portfolio that includes SPOT GPS messengers, next-generation IoT products and modems, and cloud-based telematics solutions, Globalstar's cost effective satellite-powered innovations give users visibility and intelligence for improving safety and operational efficiencies.

What we offer:

• Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Voluntary and Company Paid Group Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Medical FSA, Dependent Care, Competitive Salaries
• Health & Wellness: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Comprehensive and Interactive Wellness Program

Job Summary:

The QA Engineer- Mechanical will establish standards for the integration of project deliverables into a production environment with a focus on mechanical systems that include, but are not limited to, Servo Control Units, SSPBs, radomes, and extensive cabling. This individual will audit manufacturing and field installation processes to provide necessary controls and visibility.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Creates and maintains quality system by writing and updating quality assurance procedures
• Establishes quality certifications and maintains required periodic audits to maintain certifications
• Develops, implemenst, and maintains comprehensive quality assurance policies, procedures, and standards for a global organization
• Assures companywide adherence to quality standards for internal teams and external vendors
• Establishes quality and reliability standards by studying project requirements with all stakeholders, conferring, and negotiating with suppliers, SMEs, and devising testing methods and procedures
• Implements in-process inspection standards by studying design and manufacturing methods and devising testing methods and procedures
• Establishes rework standards
• Enforces quality assurance policies and procedures through regular audits and corrective action reports
• Ensures compliance with all project-related regulatory and government requirements
• Prepares project quality reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information to drive quality and cost improvements
• May assist functional management in the performance of special assignments and projects in support of strategic planning efforts
• Analyzes trends for continuous performance improvement

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact clearly and concisely with all departments and levels of management
• Excellent organizational skills with attention-to-detail
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with NetSuite
• Excellent problem-solving skills

Education, Experience, and Licenses/Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• Minimum 3 years' experience in quality assurance (or equivalent)
• Working knowledge of quality system requirements with expert knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Standard
• Knowledge of regulatory and safety requirements and legal standards
• Experience with MS Word, Excel, Project Management and Analytics software
• Experience with Jira or similar ticketing system
• Experience with Python a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Willingness and ability to travel as needed
• Willingness and ability to work after regularly scheduled hours as needed
• Ability to sit at a desk for prolonged periods working on a computer (4 to 8 hours)
• Ability to operate the equipment used for the job
• Ability to lift 15 pounds at times
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job

Marginal Functions:

A review of this job description may have omitted some of the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the job duties and responsibilities. This job description, in no way, states or implies that these are the only duties and/or responsibilities to be performed by the employee in this position. The employee in this position will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his/her supervisor.

Globalstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.