Program Quality Engineer Sr - E3

Overview In this role you will lead the implementation and oversight of program quality across the full life cycle for defense programs. You will partner with cross-functional teams as the Quality Lead to ensure robust QA plans, contract quality, and risk management. You’ll drive audits, supplier quality activities, and customer/DCMA relationships to keep programs on track. This is a chance to shape quality across hardware, software, and supplier interfaces in a mission-focused environment. Compensation / BenefitsMedicalDentalVisionFlexible work arrangements401(k) matchPaid time off ResponsibilitiesManage program quality implementation across lifecycle (proposals to sustainment)Lead design, development, production, and mobilization quality activities with program teamsFlow down contract quality requirements to quality teams and suppliersEstablish quality budgets and cost commitmentsParticipate in Risk and Opportunity Review Boards and drive Return to Green plansDocument and maintain Quality Assurance Plans and conduct quality auditsMaintain DCMA/Customer quality relationships and program team rhythmContribute to independent program reviews to assess risks and drive corrective actions Key requirementsBachelor’s degree or equivalent experienceAbility to obtain a Secret clearancePrevious experience in Quality EngineeringUnderstanding of hardware and software quality processesFamiliarity with AS9100 or QMS standardsCollaborative mindsetCross-functional teamworkChange leadership in fast-paced environmentsAgile methodologies and DevSecOpsExperience with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence)Experience implementing quality metrics