On-site Junior Quality Engineer

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. 

Advance your career with a team of engineering, facilities, planning, and explosive safety professionals who focus on quality work and fostering collaborative, long-term relationships. ERG is seeking a junior to mid-level engineer to support quality management efforts in an ISO 9001:2015-compliant energetics and chemical manufacturing environment. This is a full-time position that supports a federal site in Indian Head, Maryland, and will involve working closely with government and contractor employees to ensure all technical and local quality requirements are met.

This position is full-time on-site at the federal site in Indian Head, MD, and will include interaction and support from ERG personnel at the federal site, as well as from ERG’s Chantilly and Arlington, Virginia offices. Indian Head is approximately 30 miles from Washington, DC, 25 miles from Alexandria, VA, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, VA. Flexible work schedules may be considered. 

Job Description:

• Provide support to the quality department
• Process areas that will be assessed include any of the following: Torpedo fuel, propellant grains/rocket motors, igniters, aircrew escape system devices, specialty chemicals, and a wide range of explosives, grenades, bombs, warheads, sub-components, etc., are manufactured in an ISO 9001:2015-compliant facility
• Duties include guidance and assistance with quality control, problem-solving, document and production readiness reviews, quality audits and oversight, area/process-specific quality data management and reporting (metrics), and other best quality control and ISO 9001:2015 practices
• Review quality documents such as technical data packages, quality plans, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work closely with production engineers to ensure all technical and local quality requirements are met
• Implement strategies and team initiatives to achieve the organization’s vision, mission, and goals
• Collaborate with other departments and develop an understanding of their processes and practices closely related to quality and safety

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (minimum GPA 3.0) in an engineering or science discipline
• 1-5 years of experience in a related manufacturing environment (e.g., energetics, chemicals/plastics, petroleum, automotive, food, pharmaceutical)
• Knowledge of analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving techniques necessary to perform professional scientific/engineering work
• Ability to support project teams to meet project goals
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Understanding of ISO 9001:2015 or similar Quality Management System
• Knowledge of quality engineering principles, best practices, and disciplines
• Ability to evaluate the root cause of problems with fishbone diagrams, 5Y, and others
• Working knowledge of statistical process control and how to apply the X-bar, P, and R charts, histograms, etc.
• Ability to make oral, electronic, and written communication presentations to technical groups
• Ability to read and interpret technical requirements such as engineering drawings, product specifications, or technical manuals
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing is a plus

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC and affirmative action regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. As such, successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse and inclusive teams.

Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is https://www.erg.com. ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.

If you’re a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG’s online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at [email protected] or call (781) 674-7293.

As ERG is a friendly, flexible, inclusive environment and has clients who are committed to making the world a better place, ERGers are incredibly dedicated. We promote and recognize principles of fairness, equity, and social justice in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.