Quality Assurance Manager - Kratos Defense & Security Solutions : Job Details

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GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for oversight and continual improvement of Sierra Technical Services' Quality Management System (QMS) and the relevant processes and procedures that are necessary to ensure compliance with AS9100D/ISO9001:2015.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains and improves the AS9100D/ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System tailored for Rapid Prototyping/Development Environment
• Directs activities to identify, define, and resolve quality problems and provide strategic guidance to STS quality inspectors.
• Effectively engages with business functions to include collaboration with Engineering and Operations to drive quality initiatives and best practices.
• Collaborates with the Operations Manager and Manufacturing Leads to ensure STS's quality requirements are tailored to development and are clearly understood, documented, and incorporated into the manufacturing plans
• Partners with Manufacturing Engineering to incorporate the requirements of the QMS into build documentation and work packages.
• Develops, maintains, and monitors performance metrics that support the STS's Quality goals/objectives.
• Manages the Internal Audit program and serves as a liaison with third-party auditors, utilizing corrective actions to drive change.
• Manages configuration management and document control while maintaining STS' Technical Library of files for completed manufacturing, configuration management, and quality inspection documentation.
• Maintains the STS Calibration program.
• Develops and initiates standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation, ensuring that appropriate inspections and tests are performed.
• Prepares quality assurance documentation such as Non-Conformance Reports, Standard Repairs, Corrective/Preventive Action Requests.
• Establishes systems to improve supplier quality with Supply Chain Management.
• Tracks, analyzes, and reports on key quality metrics during periodic reviews with senior leadership.
• Promotes a culture of quality awareness and coordinates changes across departments, engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Analyzes future needs and develops plans to acquire personnel, technology, and equipment.
• Evaluates quality personnel performance and provides training as needed.
• Tracks company training in coordination with Human Resources.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with personnel, customers, and suppliers.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and build teams.
• Trustworthy and dependable, able to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work various shifts and weekends as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• B.S. or equivalent in aeronautical engineering, manufacturing, or relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience establishing and maintaining a QMS or related management in aerospace manufacturing or development.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, AS 9100, FAA Part 145, DOD, MIL-STD, and other aerospace standards.
• Quality certifications like CQM, CQE are desirable.
• Understanding of inspection techniques, testing, and documentation related to composite fabrication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft tools, CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar engineering data.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain/maintain security clearance.
• Valid U.S. Driver's license.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit/stand for 9 hours, handle items up to 40 lbs, work in noisy/dusty environments, and perform physical activities like stooping, kneeling, climbing, reaching.
• Able to work in non-climate-controlled environments.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Occasional travel up to 5% of the time.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off, Holidays, Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, contact [email protected] or call 858-###-####.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Kratos Defense supports veterans and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Quality Assurance
• Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing

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