Job Description:

RT Logic is a leading supplier of ground signal processing systems (RF, DSP, and digital domains) for satellite operations including factory test, launch, bus operations, and assured mission capabilities. Our technology also supports non-space applications. We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Quality Assurance Lead that has a wide range of experience including software QA, hardware QA, and Printed Circuit Assemblies (PCA) experience. Ideal candidate will be deeply knowledgeable on QA related functions but bring flexibility to ensure balanced solutions for high-technical, fast moving company.

This position will be responsible for:

• Leading the effort to integrate quality into our culture and everyday work activities.
• Managing and tracking Corrective and Preventive actions with input from the engineering staff and support programs through QA planning, interaction with customers to address quality issues, supporting customer on-site visits and customer surveys, and witnessing formal testing.
• Performing all duties required of the ISO management representative for both our Colorado Springs and Denver offices. This includes items such as developing, planning and conducting ISO audits internally and for third parties, responding to external audit non-conformances, conducting annual quality system review, developing and tracking annual quality objectives and maintaining ISO related process documents.
• Establishing and maintaining a software quality system that improves software quality and customer satisfaction.
• Performing inspections on hardware systems including verifying compliance to drawings .
• Performing final QA inspections on all delivered and returned equipment.
• Planning, hardware QA Release inspections on all shipments and support programs by witnessing formal testing when required.
• Interacting with customers to address quality issues, on-site visits and surveys and present quality system overviews to customers.
• Ensuring compliance with ANSI/ESD S20.20-2007, perform annual inspections on workstations and document, along with performing calibration on all touch testers.
• Documenting and following-up on Corrective and Preventive Actions taken including reporting of verification actions.
• Providing quality metrics that show the health of the quality system.
• Leading a team that is focused on process improvement projects, including tracking the status and documenting the results of PI actions
• Training personnel on company processes and brief the health and status of the QA program as needed.

Requirements:

• BS or MS in Engineering or Computer Science, and 8+ years of related experience is a must.
• In-Depth knowledge of the ISO standard required. ISO/IEC 12207:2008 and CMMI Version 1.2 is a plus.
• Knowledge of standard coding lifecycles and practices.
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001:2008 including planning and performing internal audits, developing and tracking Quality Objectives, Quality System review, developing and maintaining processes, and conducting external audits.
• Experience with using ERP systems to collect data and track issues is required. Previous experience with Epicor a plus.
• Knowledge of military, IEEE standards and ANSI/ESD S20.20. is required.
• Basic knowledge of how Printed Circuit Assemblies are designed including Gerber files and schematics.
• Knowledge of soldering techniques including surface mount soldering to be used to evaluate and provide input to PCA contract manufacturers and knowledge of hand soldering specifications such as J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610.
• Basic understanding of software and hardware CM practices including the use of CM tools including subversion.

RT Logic is a leading supplier of ground signal processing systems (RF, DSP, and digital domains) for satellite operations including factory test, launch, bus operations, and assured mission capabilities.

RT Logic offers challenging work, an excellent environment, & great benefits! U.S Citizenship and ability to obtain and secure a US Gov Security Clearance is required. Please apply on-line at www.rtlogic.com

EOE M/F/D/V Please, no phone calls, agencies or recruiters.

Job Description:

ASHRAE’s Washington Office has an opening for a Manager of Government Relations. Responsibilities will include authoring relevant monthly articles, preparing newsletters and maintaining the government affairs homepage on the ASHRAE website. In addition, the candidate will attend and organize Capitol Hill briefings and assist the Program Director in building relationships with government officials and pertinent industry groups, researching, tracking, and monitoring the activities of legislative and regulatory bodies.

Job Skills:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is required. Candidate should have excellent writing and communication skills, a well grounded understanding of the public policy process, familiarity with technology-related concepts, knowledge of federal agencies procedures and personnel, knowledge of U.S. standards development process preferred and a minimum 5 years of issues-related writing and marketing work experience.

Benefits:

ASHRAE offers group health & dental insurance, paid life insurance, paid, short term & long term disability insurance, available long-term care insurance, flexible start time, and a 100% company match on 401k. We also have an employee assistance program and flexible spending account.

ASHRAE (The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers, Inc.) is a non-profit engineering membership society. Founded in 1894, ASHRAE publishes the international standards for the HVAC industry.

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Salary Requirement

Submit Materials to:
Atn: GAR/DC
Email: hr@ashrae.org

NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE!

BACKGROUND:

USAID/Tatweer program is working with the Iraqi Ministry of Planning (MoP) on developing the capacity of the Central Organization for Standardization and Quality Control (COSQC). This organization is responsible for setting standards for all economic sectors, metrology, testing procedures and quality control/ assurance certification program.

OBJECTIVE OF CONSULTANCY:

The objective of this consultancy is to assist the COSQC in evaluation of requirements for their laboratory accreditation department, including equipment and training. The consultant is to conduct training courses in the field of laboratory accreditation in accordance with internationally recognized standards. The consultant will also assist COSQC in obtaining accreditation by International Accreditation agencies.

SCOPE OF WORK:

In order to accomplish the above objective, the consultant will carry out the following scope of work.

• Evaluate and analyze current status of COSQC’s laboratory accreditation department.
• Conduct an internal audit of COSQC laboratory accreditation in accordance with the international accreditation specifications.
• Consultation and technical support to assist in COSQC laboratories obtain international accreditation including auditing and gap analysis.
• Conduct training courses for audit team leaders in the field of laboratory accreditation in accordance with the global standard ISO / IEC 17025.
• Conduct training courses in concepts of accreditation, and the access requirements for international recognition by ILAC and IAF, in accordance with global standard ISO / IEC 17011.
• Document the quality systems (procedures and models).
• Assist COSQC in adoption of procedures and steps to be undertaken by COSQC to fulfill the requirements for accreditation.
• Assist COSQC to become a member of the Arabic Union of Metrology and Calibration and other international organizations as appropriate

QUALIFICATIONS:

The consultant should have the following qualifications and experience:

• Degree in engineering;
• Experience in leading organizations in the reform and development process;
• Experience in a national standards institute preferably as a senior member of a department in such an organization;
• Expert in quality assurance standards and tools;
• Expert in the life cycle of establishing a national standard;
• Working knowledge of the international standards published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), IEC, International Electrotechnical Commission, ITU, International Telecommunications Union, Other International standardizing bodies, and The World Trade Organization (WTO);
• Fluency in English; and
• Arabic useful but not required.

LEVEL OF EFFORT:

It is anticipated that the scope of work require a total of 30-40 work days. This could be performed in two occasions of 15-20 days each to fulfill the requirements of this consultancy. Work is six days a week. Pay rate based on salary history - 35% addition for hazard pay and another 35% post differential IF consultant stays more than 42 consecutive calendar days.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The consultant will be accommodated on a safe compound in Baghdad with a dinning facility serving three meals a day, laundry and maid service is provided, doctor and barber on the compound site all at no charge. Movements in/out of the compound including to/from the airport are with secured, restricted armored vehicles in a convoy. Travel is arranged through overnight in Amman, Jordan, there are also daily flights to Baghdad from Dubai and Istanbul

Please send resumes to Michael M. Heydari, Ph.D., Senior Advisor- COSQC Ministry of Planning, USAID/Tatweer, mheydari@msi-iraq.com; www.tatweer-iraq.com.

BACKGROUND:

Tatweer is working with the Iraqi Ministry of Planning (MoP) on developing the capacity of the Central Organization for Standardization and Quality Control (COSQC). This organization is responsible for setting standards for all economic sectors, metrology, testing procedures and quality control/ assurance certification program.

OBJECTIVE OF CONSULTANCY:

The objective of this consultancy is to assist the COSQC in evaluation of requirements for their metrology department, including equipment and training. The consultant is to conduct training courses in the field of metrology, uncertainty of measurement and related laboratory calibration. The consultant will also assist COSQC in obtaining accreditation by International Accreditation agencies.

SCOPE OF WORK:

In order to accomplish the above objective, the consultant will carry out the following scope of work.

• Evaluate and analyze current status of COSQC’s metrology department.
• Conduct training courses in the fields of metrology, uncertainty of measurement, the uncertainty of measurement, the international standards ISO/IEC 17025, technical competency of testing & calibration laboratories, quality management systems and other quality management areas.
• Consultation and technical support to assist in COSQC laboratories obtain international accreditation including auditing and gap analysis.
• Project management, support and consultations for establishing new or upgrading existing testing and calibration laboratories infrastructures according to international standards and the local and regional requirements.
• Participation in establishing new standards and regulations and metrology systems according to international requirements and TBT/WTO agreements.
• Assist COSQC to become a member of the Arabic Union of Metrology and Calibration and other international organizations as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The consultant should have the following qualifications and experience:

• Degree in engineering;
• Experience in leading organizations in the reform and development process;
• Experience in a national standards institute preferably as a senior member of a department in such an organization;
• Expert in quality assurance standards and tools;
• Expert in the life cycle of establishing a national standard;
• Working knowledge of the international standards published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), IEC, International Electrotechnical Commission, ITU, International Telecommunications Union, Other International standardizing bodies, and The World Trade Organization (WTO);
• Fluency in English; and
• Arabic useful but not required.

LEVEL OF EFFORT:

It is anticipated that the scope of work require a total of 30-40 work days. This could be performed in two occasions of 15-20 days each to fulfill the requirements of this consultancy. Work is six days a week. Pay rate based on salary history - 35% addition for hazard pay and another 35% post differential IF consultant stays more than 42 consecutive calendar days.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The consultant will be accommodated on a safe compound in Baghdad with a dinning facility serving three meals a day, laundry and maid service is provided, doctor and barber on the compound site all at no charge. Movements in/out of the compound including to/from the airport are with secured, restricted armored vehicles in a convoy. Travel is arranged through overnight in Amman, Jordan, there are also daily flights to Baghdad from Dubai and Istanbul.

Please send resumes to Michael M. Heydari, Ph.D., Senior Advisor- COSQC Ministry of Planning, USAID/Tatweer, mheydari@msi-iraq.com; www.tatweer-iraq.com.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of eight years of experience in engineering, standards management or a related technical environment.
• A broad understanding of petroleum industry operations and knowledge of the refining industry to manage complex issues is required. Knowledge about aspects of standards development process and a familiarity with the work and organization of other industry-related standards developing groups (ANSI, ASME, ASTM, IEEE, ISA, IEC/ISO).
• Requires strong organization, interpersonal, facilitative and program management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills essential with a demonstrated ability to analyze and synthesize complex issues and their broader implications for less technical audiences.
• Must have the ability to manage multiple priorities and work in an entrepreneurial environment and operate with latitude for unreviewed actions or decisions, and resolve problems without assistance.

Essential Functions:

• Manage the overall standards program for one or more assigned industry sectors. Provide leadership, technical and managerial support to API standards developing committees and oversight groups. Facilitate industry participation in international standards-making activities such as ISO and IEC as determined by the committee oversight body and API management. Coordinate joint initiatives with other industry or standards developing organizations. Serve as a liaison with other API departments, industry representatives, standards developing organizations and other groups in order to advance API’s Mission through its standards and technology objectives.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the API, ANSI and ISO/IEC procedures for standards development and manage the process to insure compliance. Establish meeting schedules, conduct ballots, develop consensus, process documents in accordance with appropriate procedures while maintaining scheduling obligations. Organize and administer committee activities including agenda planning, preparation of minutes, and the development of draft documents. Advocate the role of technical standards in support of public policy goals and identifying those technical areas where standards development initiatives can support the Institute’s highest priority objectives.
• Identify, propose and manage the implementation of new initiatives in broad programmatic areas such as derivative publications, training seminars and certification programs. Serve as project manager for the development of the programs and products working in conjunction with other API staff, contractors and company representatives.
• Serve as contract manager when retaining outside experts for standards development or research initiatives in support of standards. Review proposals for technical merit and completeness, work with API staff to develop contractual language. Manage the project including review of work products, and ensure invoices accurately reflect services rendered.

Please send your resume to the Human Resources Department by e-mail to hr@api.org, by fax to 202-682-8569 or by mail to API, 1220 L Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005.

BASIC PURPOSE:

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Oversee the writing of technical standards and/or sections of standards.
• Perform the technical writing of standards and/or sections of standards.
• Provide assistance to external volunteers in the technical writing of standards and/or sections of standards.
• Serve as secretariat to NSF Joint Committees as assigned by providing support to Committee chairs, scheduling teleconferences and meeting facilities, distribution of meeting materials, tracking of action items, and preparation of ballot materials.
• Assure that Committee chairs conduct Committee business in a manner consistent with NSF Standards policies and ANSI procedures.
• Work with Committee chairs to ensure meetings are facilitated in an efficient and effective manner.
• Coordinate Joint Committee and Council of Public Health Consultants (CPHC) e-balloting process.
• Administer NSF online workspace websites for assigned Committees.
  • Ensure consistency in data entry.
  • Train new system users.
• Ensure that all department auditable files are maintained in accordance with ANSI and NSF policies.
• Perform editorial review of standards as needed for the Policy Specialist prior to document publication.
• Review and revise departmental SOPs and policies as necessary.
• Assist Joint Committee members in resolving technical issues as necessary.
• Train new Committee members as necessary.
• Provide back up to other Standards department staff.
• Perform other duties as requested.

REOUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science degree in public health, environmental health, industrial hygiene, or a related scientific or technical area of study; or (internal applicant must have two (2) years of documented successful NSF International experience and pursuing a Bachelor’s degree).
• A minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience including experience in providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with limited direction.
• Strong organizational, time and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work well with others, engaging personality
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally, ~ once per quarter.
• Strong computer skills, including the ability to work in Microsoft Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, or similar software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One (1) year experience with NSF operations and procedures.
• Public speaking and meeting facilitation experience.
• Knowledge and experience in an area specifically related to current NSF standards (i.e., food equipment, swimming pool equipment, drinking water treatment units, drinking water additives, waste water, plastics, dietary supplements, etc.).
• Working knowledge of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) policies pertaining to standards development.
• Working knowledge of regulatory codes, laws, and ordinances relevant to areas of standards development (FDA Model Food Code, Code of Federal Regulations, EPA guidelines, International Codes Council, etc.)

PHYSICAL DEMAND:

• Required to sit for long periods of time.
• Light physical effort required (ability to move up to 5 - 10 lbs. from one area to another).

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work performed in an office environment.
• Smoke free work environment

Please apply online via www.nsf.org to the Careers page or http://www.nsf.org/business/careers/index.asp

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. These endeavors have been around for centuries and will continue to be a vital part of the global economy. We currently have a Quality Assurance Manager position open at our West Memphis, AR facility.

Direct and coordinate the Plant Quality Assurance Department to provide the necessary support to operations to assure all products are manufactured and/or packaged within good commercial practices, meet company and customer standards and policies and meet all Federal and State regulations in a cost effective manner.

Essential Functions:

The Quality Assurance Manager is accountable for organizing product quality and food safety programs throughout the process, beginning with raw product and continuing through the finished product, packaging, storage and shipment. Direct the Quality Assurance functions to provide the necessary support to operations, to ensure consistent high quality product is maintained as well as proper costs control, food safety, sanitation and safety performance.

This position monitors production methods, product quality, risk management and product safety, and uses technical knowledge to provide facts and suggestions appropriate to management decisions. Provide appropriate records and reports to customers. Manages correspondence between the plant and salespeople or customers.

Skill / Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A. / B.S.) from four-year college or university plus three to five years experience.
• Food processing experience preferred.
• Must have prior supervisory experience.
• Successful candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Varying shift assignments and some extra hours will be required.

*** USDA, FDA, HACCP QA Management Experience required.***

**The J.R. Simplot Company does not collect personal information during the initial hiring stages. Please direct all questions regarding the collection of your personal information to careers@simplot.com or 1.877.878.7404.**

If you have any questions please contact the Employment Center at careers@simplot.com or 877-878-7404.

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Nate McClure ph. 208.389.7347

Job Description:

Pepco Holdings, Inc. (PHI) is one of the largest electricity delivery and natural gas companies in the mid-Atlantic region. More than 1.8 million customers in Washington D.C., Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia depend on PHI for their electricity and natural gas needs.

We are seeking a Complaint Dispatcher B NERC to join the staff at our Bethesda, MD location. Complaint Dispatcher B NERC is responsible for the daily dispatch operations of field crews on customer work orders utilizing the Outage Management System. Responsible for handling after hours customer inquiries on Pepco's emergency call lines and entering the customer orders into the Outage Restoration System.

Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of formal education, training and/or experience.
• Experience demonstrating skill handling multiple tasks simultaneously at various stages of completion under stressful conditions.
• Experience demonstrating skill coordinating with others, prioritizing and/or scheduling activities or work assignments.
• Experience demonstrating skill conducting research, gathering and analyzing data from different sources and making decisions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel to various company locations.
• Ability and willingness to work a shift schedule and extra and/or irregular hours as required, including holidays.
• Ability and willingness to respond to mandatory overtime callout.
• Ability and willingness to comply with Company safety rules.
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team in a physically close workspace.
• Must successfully complete on the job and/or formalized training as required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must successfully complete qualification tests.
• This position is a NERC Regulated position. As such, a background check will be conducted on incumbent every seven years. Additionally, the incumbent will be required to complete annual NERC compliance training.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with geographical layout and characteristics of the electric transmission and distribution lines in assigned service territory.
• Basic knowledge of distribution system equipment (for example, transformers, regulators, lightning arrestors).
• Experience demonstrating skill performing dispatch work to include any of the following: dispatching orders using radio or electronic media; planning and directing the sequence in which jobs are to be scheduled and executed; monitoring and directing activity of field personnel; maintaining records; reading maps, plats and/or diagrams; and/or, handling requests for mark outs and dig-ins and dispatching personnel.
• Experience demonstrating skill communicating with customers.
• Experience demonstrating skill using the Internet, PC-based word processing, spreadsheet and/or e-mail software.

To submit your resume through our on-line application process,
please access the following address:
https://prod.fadvhms.com/PHI/jobboard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*0A1D1A31533BF8D9

PHI is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.

Job Description:

KeySource HCI, LLC. has been exclusively retained by a large EPCM firm to conduct a confidential search for a Quality Assurance executive to lead their Quality Control and Quality Assurance organizations as they prepare to undergo a multi-billion dollar, on-site nuclear construction effort. In preparation for this complex transformation, our client has specifically indicated interest in identifying highly-qualified individuals who have recently held the following prior positions within the federal or commercial nuclear sectors:

• Vice President, Quality Assurance
• Executive Director, Quality Assurance
• General Manager, Quality Assurance and Inspection
• Head, Quality Assurance Assessor
• Deputy Director, Safety
• Deputy General Director, Quality Assurance and Management
• Global Director, Quality

Additionally, qualified candidates will possess demonstrated experience in the following:

Requirements:

• 15-20 years of progressive experience and documented success in managing nuclear projects, nuclear programs, or nuclear operations organizations during construction of nuclear facilities.
• Demonstrated leadership developing and implementing engineering, project construction (EPC) quality assurance programs. Additional experience in nuclear production quality is a plus.
• Familiarity and experience with nuclear facilities quality assurance regulations and standards, including DOE Order 414.1C, 10 CFR 830, NQA-1-2008, and NNSA QC-1, or their equivalent is necessary.
• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, physical science, or other technical area. Master’s degree preferred.

Compensation:

The appropriate candidate will be offered an attractive salary, excellent benefits, and relocation package.

All information exchanged and related to these roles is considered proprietary. All contact should be managed through:

Job Description:

About PMI: With more than 500,000 members and credential holders in over 185 countries, the Project Management Institute, Inc. (PMI) is the leading membership association for the project management profession and the largest association dedicated to project management in the world. As the leading advocate for the profession, PMI is actively engaged in setting professional standards, providing a professional career path for project managers and maintaining a family of professional credentials: Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®), Project Management Professional (PMP®), Program Management Professional (PgMP)® and PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)SM. The PMP, held by more than 275,000 project managers worldwide, is the only project management credential that is globally transferable.

PMI provides members with access to the knowledge, skills, educational support and networking opportunities needed to drive business results through project management, program management and portfolio management. The Institute is highly regarded for its extensive research capabilities and its program to accredit colleges and universities and Registered Education Providers to teach PMI approved project management courses. PMI was founded in 1969. Please visit PMI.org for more information.

PMI is seeking a seasoned professional who can assist in quality assurance compliance with the ISO and American National Standards Institute’s (ANSI) policies and procedures to maintain PMI’s role as Secretariat of ISO/PC 236, its Accreditation as a Standards Developing Organization and designation of selected PMI standards as American National Standards. Assist the Standards Manager in product development, outreach to global standards organizations and effective international partnerships, and facilitate PMI participation on US TAG and/or appropriate ISO Standards Working Groups.

This role will support assigned projects and committees on all core processes related to PMI’s relationship and established goals. Requires volunteer team coordination, content, and communications, and will share responsibility for areas described in the position description. Specialized duties will be allocated to individual Specialist positions as appropriate.

Requirements:

• 5-7 years work experience, preferably in setting(s) involving compliance for services or products, or maintenance of premier products having stringent quality requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree
• Skillful relationship management and service orientation, including demonstrated ability to work with all levels of staff, global customers, volunteers, and external organizations with a track record of positive relationships.
• Knowledge or basic understanding of ANSI and/or ISO procedures or standards preferred.
• Design, preparation and documentation of work plans, with ability to see the big picture and report progress accordingly.
• Experience writing, implementing, and/or enforcing association/company policy and procedures.
• Able to understand and apply procedures, maintain files, complete and submit both internal and external reports, and help document and amend procedures
• Knowledge, experience, and ability to travel, domestically and internationally, including weekends and/or holidays to occasionally attend seminars, conferences and/or meetings, primarily relating to ISO or ANSI matters. Knowledge and understanding of budget execution tracking and budget development processes
• Ability to proof read large documents (100-200 pages). Command of the English language and associated rules and styles.
• The ability to travel up to 50%.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee benefit coverage (medical, dental, vision, and prescription)
• Up to 20 Paid Days Off (Four weeks) per year to start
• + 9 Paid holidays
• Reimbursements: Tuition, Seminar and Professional Membership Dues
• Employee Assistance Program
• Service Recognition Awards Program
• 401k with company match up to 7%
• Credit Union
• Professional Development
• Flex time
• Business casual, friendly environment, just to name a few.

ALL BENEFITS ARE EFFECTIVE THE FIRST OF THE MONTH FOLLOWING YOUR HIRE DATE.

Send salary history and resume to:

Project Management Institute
Attn: HR-STNDS COMP-SPCLST
14 Campus Blvd., Newtown Square, PA 19073
E-mail : employment@pmi.org

Please send resumes as MS Word attachments only.
No Phone Calls please. EOE.