Qms Specialist

Job Title: QMS Specialist

Job Description

The Quality Systems Specialist supports the development, documentation, and maintenance of the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) to meet the requirements of AS9100 and special process accreditation through NADCAP.

This role works under the direction of Quality leadership to assist with procedure development, documentation control, audit preparation, and compliance activities. The position focuses on implementing and maintaining systems and records required for certification and accreditation rather than leading the certification effort.

Responsibilities

Quality System Documentation

• Assist with creation, formatting, and revision of QMS procedures, work instructions, and forms

• Maintain document control systems and revision tracking

• Ensure procedures and records align with AS9100 requirements

Audit Preparation Support

• Support preparation activities for AS9100 and NADCAP audits

• Gather and organize objective evidence and records for audits

• Assist with tracking and documentation of corrective actions

Record and Traceability Management

• Maintain quality records required for certification and regulatory compliance

• Support traceability documentation for manufacturing and special processes

• Ensure records meet retention and accessibility requirements

Internal Audit Support

• Assist with scheduling and coordination of internal audits

• Participate in internal audit activities as assigned

• Document findings and help track corrective actions

Compliance Administration

• Maintain training records and qualification documentation

• Track calibration, certifications, and other compliance documentation

• Support data collection for management review and quality metrics

Cross-Functional Support

• Work with engineering, operations, and production teams to ensure required documentation and records are completed

• Provide guidance on quality documentation requirements when needed

Root Cause & Corrective Action Support

• Assist in investigating quality issues, non-conformances and audit findings.

• Support root cause analysis activities using structured problem-solving methods (5 Why, Fishbone, Etc.)

• Prepare and document corrective action responses to customer, internal, and certification audits

• Track corrective actions to closure and verify required documentation is completed

• Maintain records of corrective actions and ensure responses meet AS9100 and NADCAP expectations

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing quality environment

• Familiarity with quality management systems

• Strong documentation and organizational skills

• Ability to manage records and compliance documentation

• Willingness to learn and contribute as required

• Strong work ethic

• ERP Experience and Knowledge (Epicor)

Work Environment

• Work with a well-established local engineering firm that values hands-on expertise and practical, real-world problem solving
• Exposure to diverse engineering projects, allowing employees to build a broad skill set rather than being siloed into one narrow task
• Smaller-team environment where individual contributions are visible, valued, and have a direct impact on project success
• Opportunity to collaborate closely with leadership and senior engineers, accelerating learning and professional development
• Located in Hampstead, MD, offering a shorter commute and a more relaxed setting compared to larger metro-area firms
• Strong focus on quality, technical excellence, and client relationships, rather than high-volume, high-burn project work
• Stable, relationship-driven company culture that often appeals to engineers looking for long-term growth and consistency
• Hands-on role with real ownership, ideal for engineers who enjoy seeing projects through from concept to completion
• Potential for career growth as the company continues to expand and take on new work

This is a Contract position based out of Hampstead, MD.

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $130000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Hampstead,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $90,000 - $130,000