Research Development Associate Jobs in Cullman, AL

Yulista Integrated Solutions LLC
Regular
PRIMARY FUNCTION
Reports to the Quality Manager, supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in inspection, testing and final inspection on raw materials as well as on finished goods on the production/ manufacturing shop floor of mechanical and/or electronic components of aircraft and/or ground support vehicles prior to presenting to internal or external customer.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Oversee daily work of personnel as assigned to include time and attendance, OT scheduling
• Manages personnel issues and conduct investigations and problem solving as required
• Interacts with customers, engineering, programs and operations on a daily basis
• Interfacing to set priorities as required by production scheduling
• Attend numerous meeting sometimes working beyond the normal shift
• Provide and/or delegates, guidance, mentorship and training
• Coordinate with the Customer Quality Assurance Representative concerning quality matters, mandatory inspection points and final acceptance inspection of contract end items or services
• Assists Quality team members or management with failure and nonconforming material data recording and reporting
• Carries out audits and supports audits
• Actively participates in business and strategic planning when needed
• Insure all training for your Inspectors are kept up to date
• Ensure that personnel have all items necessary to accomplish their assigned task
• Review Project work request for completeness and accuracy
• Provide accurate weekly/monthly status reporting, metrics, and other contractual obligations to meet project performance requirements and customer expectations
• Other duties as directed by the assigned Supervision
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will have direct reports and supervisory responsibilities. This position has the responsibility and authority to carry out assigned tasks and delegate duties as necessary.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
• Must be able to analyze program risk and develop mitigation strategies
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Intermediate computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs
• Use special test equipment and tools
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff. Will also routinely interact with external contacts such as customers, vendors, suppliers, shipping companies
• Must be trustworthy - will handle confidential information routinely
• Must possess effective oral and technical written communication skills to clearly communicate information to others
• Strong customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up
• Analytical skills with ability to evaluate data and consider decision impact across multiple areas
• Strong decision analysis and problem solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management
• Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations
• High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently
• Ability to multi-task
QUALIFICATIONS:
• This position requires a minimum of a High School diploma/GED
• (10) Years Quality experience, minimum of (15) years working with standards, policies and regulatory requirements (Government and/or Commercial)
• Associate degree desirable
• Preferred candidates will have experience at a minimum in one or more of the following qualifications: electrical, mechanical, electronics, hydraulics, fuels, NDI, painting, welding, structures and/or composites
• Airframe & Power plant license highly desirable
• Maintain Certifications as required to perform duties
• Experience in a manufacturing/repair station/research & development environment preferred
• Must be able to travel to Customers or Suppliers location
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field required.
• Experience working on government programs
• Experience with quality assurance, modifications, and maintenance
• Ability to pass a drug and background screening
PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).
EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.