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General Atomics

Contamination Control Engineer

Acton, MA · On-site

$91K - $118K/yr

Define and monitor cleanliness levels including particulate, molecular contamination, and Non-Volatile Residue (NVR) requirements. * Develops, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequence ...

Arthur Lawrence

Micro Contamination Investigator

Strong experience with contamination investigations, environmental monitoring, aseptic processing, RCA, CAPA, and technical deviation reports. * Knowledge of cleanroom controls and FDA, EMA, and EU ...

VersaDesk

Powder Paint Helper

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Clean powder booths and fluidizing hoppers thoroughly between color changes to prevent cross-contamination. * Monitor oven temperatures and line speeds under the direction of the lead coater.

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What is the difference between Contamination Monitor vs Quality Control Technician?

AspectContamination MonitorQuality Control Technician
CredentialsTypically requires certifications in environmental safety or contamination controlOften requires quality assurance certifications or technical training
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, cleanrooms, manufacturing plantsManufacturing facilities, laboratories, production lines
Employer & IndustryPharmaceutical, biotech, food processingManufacturing, pharmaceuticals, electronics
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding contamination detection rolesEnsuring product quality and compliance

The Contamination Monitor focuses on detecting and preventing contamination in controlled environments, often working in labs or cleanrooms. The Quality Control Technician, meanwhile, oversees product quality, performs inspections, and ensures compliance with standards. While both roles require technical knowledge and certifications, their primary focus and work settings differ. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers identify the right career path or job opportunity in industries like pharmaceuticals, biotech, or manufacturing.

What is a contamination monitor?

A contamination monitor is a device used by contamination monitors to detect and measure the presence of unwanted particles, chemicals, or biological agents in a controlled environment. These professionals often operate specialized equipment, follow safety protocols, and may require certifications in radiation or hazardous material handling to ensure environmental and personnel safety.

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Contamination Control Engineer

Acton, MA • On-site

General Atomics
Space Research Administration • 10K+ employees
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$91K - $118K/yr

Full-time

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Job Summary
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Contamination Control Engineer to join our team in Acton, MA!
With limited direction, the Contamination Control Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining contamination control strategies that ensure the successful manufacture, integration, and testing of high-reliability aerospace hardware and optical systems. This role serves as the subject matter expert for contamination control and cleanroom operations to establish and maintain contamination control requirements throughout the product lifecycle. This position also supports the design, development, and implementation of new and revised production processes to ensure the efficient and economical fabrication, assembly, integration, and testing of flight hardware in compliance with customer, regulatory, and industry standards.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop and maintain contamination control plans, procedures, and work instructions for manufacturing and integration activities.
  • Establish contamination control requirements for cleanrooms, assembly areas, thermal vacuum (TVAC) testing, and precision cleaning operations.
  • Define and monitor cleanliness levels including particulate, molecular contamination, and Non-Volatile Residue (NVR) requirements.
  • Develops, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, sub- assemblies, and final assemblies.
  • Lead contamination risk assessments through product design, manufacturing, transportation, and environmental testing.
  • Support precision cleaning, bake-out, packaging, storage, and handling requirements for flight hardware.
  • Manage contamination monitoring programs including airborne particle counts, surface cleanliness inspections, witness samples.
  • Designs the arrangement of manufacturing equipment to ensure most efficient and productive layout.
  • Designs the sequence of production operations, specifying procedures for the fabrication of applicable tools and equipment, and adapting machinery.
  • Interfaces and collaborates with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products.
  • Provides guidance to product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
  • Work with Facilities to maintain cleanroom certification, filtration systems, and environmental controls.
  • Ensures that production processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
  • Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.
  • Develops appropriate documentation of findings and implemented solutions and communicates results to staff.
  • May be required to make technical presentations to staff.
  • May provide direction to less experienced professionals, design staff or technicians. 13.Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
  • Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications
  • Typically requires a bachelors in engineering or a related technical field as well as nine or more years of manufacturing engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
  • Experience supporting ISO Class 5-8 cleanrooms or equivalent controlled environments.
  • Knowledge of particulate contamination, molecular contamination, NVR, precision cleaning, and contamination monitoring techniques.
  • Demonstrates an extensive technical expertise and application of manufacturing engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.
  • Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
  • Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving extremely complex manufacturing engineering problems.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals, and capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact, as well as providing leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.
  • Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment. Able to work extended hours as required.

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General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

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Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1955

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