Program Quality Engineering Mgr - L5

Overview In questa role you lead program quality across SEMS Line of Business, ensuring cross-functional execution from development to production and mobilization. You will establish QA plans, govern quality tasks, and coordinate with suppliers, customers, and program leadership to uphold contract requirements. You’ll manage budgets, estimates, and quality governance, while driving risk reduction and compliance with standards. This position offers impact across multiple programs and a chance to shape quality strategy in a mission-critical environment. Compensation / BenefitsMedicalDentalVisionFlexible work arrangements401(k) matchPaid time off ResponsibilitiesOversee implementation and execution of program quality requirements across Development, Production, Spares and customer-defined effortsLead cross-functional Quality activities (SQA, PQA, SWQA) spanning hardware, software, systems, suppliers, and customersPartner with program leadership as the Quality Lead during design, development, production, and mobilizationEnsure contract quality requirements are properly flowed to teams and suppliers and conduct contract reviewsDevelop and approve quality-related cost estimates and manage quality budgets and headcountDocument, implement, and maintain Quality Assurance Plans across programsCreate and manage a comprehensive audit schedule covering internal processes and supplier activitiesParticipate in independent program reviews, drive corrective actions, and liaise with DCMA and customersMaintain effective Quality Program Teams through governance and regular reportingServe as Primary Quality Point of Contact for sub-market initiatives and communicate progress to leadership Key requirementsBachelor’s degree from an accredited college or equivalent experienceStrong understanding of AS9100 or other industry quality standardsEffective presentation skills and ability to craft messages for cross-functional buy-inAbility to obtain a Secret clearance10 years of complex Quality ExperienceExperience leading cross-functional quality initiativesExperience developing and driving Quality Management strategiesLeadership experience with direct reportsAbility to make critical decisions and set priorities under pressureStrong communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teamsAS9100 or equivalent quality standardsQuality Assurance (QA), SQA, PQA, SWQA knowledgeAuditing experience