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Leidos’ Defense Systems – Colorado Manufacturing Facility is seeking a Quality Analyst to join our team… In this role, you’ll ensure machined components and assemblies meet strict quality standards in accordance with drawings, specifications, and procedures. You'll also play a key part in supporting documentation, troubleshooting, and non-conformance tracking—directly impacting the performance and reliability of mission-critical hypersonic defense systems. This is a fast-paced environment where attention to detail, self-direction, and teamwork are essential.

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Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here!

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Primary Responsibilities 

• Maintain indentured parts lists for items manufactured for government contracts
• Archive documents in PLM or other methods
• Maintain configuration management CDRL deliverable records
• Deliver FAI and data pack information for shipments
• Work with site PM to develop and complete deliverable reports
• Report monthly metrics through Power BI tool
• Work with Mechanical Engineers for as built / as designed records in the MES system
• Maintain NCR database daily and report status of non-conformances to management.
• Conduct Meetings with Managers and Government customers.
• Review and create processes.
• Participate in non-conformances, root cause investigation.
• Participate in internal and 3rd party audits.
• Assist with CDRL reporting.

Basic Qualifications  

• US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
• BS degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience or a High School diploma/GED or equivalent education and at least 3 years of relevant experience
• Must be able to solve complex problems, relate with other team members, and communicate with other levels of management.
• Must be able to conduct in person and Team meetings with customers and management.
• Knowledge of the Windchill program.
• Must have knowledge and understanding when reading and interpreting drawings.
• Experience in process creation and review.
• Experience in an ISO9001/AS9100 manufacturing environment.
• Candidate must be able to populate handwritten or computer-generated inspection reports.
• Candidates must have Computer Skills and can use computer software such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, etc.
• Applicants must be able to work full-time with minimal supervision and adjust priorities based on workflow.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
• Candidate must be a resident of the Colorado Springs area or willing to relocate to the Colorado Springs, Monument, Pueblo, CO area.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess or meet the eligibility to obtain (and be able to maintain) a Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• US Citizen with an active DoD Secret clearance or higher.
• Experience in review of Contracts, Statements of Work, Performance Specifications, etc.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer.
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
• Experience working in a hardware manufacturing environment
• Experience with Windchill PLM, Solumina MES, and Costpoint systems
• Experience inspecting complex aerospace hardware and supporting Material Review Board (MRB) processes.
• Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection and Acceptance Data Pack review / creation.
• Knowledge of AS5553 counterfeit prevention practices.

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The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.