Quality Manager I

such as setting departmental objectives in line with overall business objectives;

• ◆Consulting, collaborating, and working as a liaison with other departments and internal/external customers to provide the support required to successfully evaluate and bring closure to any quality issues, including detailing root cause and corrective action;
• ◆Administering non-conforming material disposition in accordance with the Quality Management System;
• ◆Directing activities for prevention of nonconformances by developing action plans through which positive determination of causes, corrective actions, and follow-up activities are identified;
• ◆Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant discipline(s), industry practices, trends, and applications;
• ◆Supporting and maintaining a safe work environment and ensuring compliance with safety objectives and policies;
• ◆Assisting in the development and/or modification of specifications and procedures to the extent that they conform to existing or improved quality levels;
• ◆Providing assistance with technical customer support including leading support for customer audits;
• ◆Overseeing review of technical documents for customer orders and supplier purchase orders;
• ◆Generating technical reports as necessary.

Physical

This role requires regular presence in a manufacturing or fabrication environment. The incumbent must be able to access and safely navigate production areas which may include climbing, kneeling, stooping, and working in confined spaces. Must also be able to comply with all

including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policy. Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• ✓Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and 8 years directly related experience in a Quality Assurance/Quality Control role and 3 years of supervisory and/or management experience, or the overall equivalent.
• ✓Working experience operating within ISO 9001 standard.
• ✓Direct knowledge of TQM, SPC, AS9100, ISO9001 and state-of-the-art analytical quality assurance methodologies.
• ✓Motivated leader to drive continuous improvement by leading through example and working with and developing teams.
• ✓Management experience with a proven track record of driving quality performance.
• ✓As a skilled negotiator and trusted advisor, able to work effectively with customers and resolve customer complaints.
• ✓Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• ✓Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact and disseminate information with individuals at all levels in the organization.

• ✓Ability to collaborate, coach, guide, and offer training.
• ✓Excellent organizational skills.
• ✓Computer skills to include MS Office Suite and ability to work with industry related software.
• ✓ASQ Certification preferred.
• ✓Experience managing quality assurance program in support of DOD contracts.
• ✓Formal training in root cause analysis and corrective action.
• ✓Shipyard experience helpful.

Pay Information

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

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