Quality Manager - (THAAD Product Acceptance/QAVMI)

are maintained and supported throughout factory expansion efforts a crossed multiple BAE Systems locations. Through an organized, methodical manner, the successful candidate will influence the adoption of best practices to gain efficiencies throughout the Quality Assurance Visual Mechanical Inspection (QAVMI) and Product Acceptance processes. This person will meet customer, quality, and manufacturing

ensuring successful acceptance of the THAAD product. This position will be responsible for leading efforts for the Quality function as it relates to QAVMI and Product Acceptance inclusive of coordination with the factory, shipping, as well as training of new staff in support of expansion.

THAAD Product Acceptance/QAVMI Manager will typically fulfill the following

• ◆Quality Planning & Execution: Achieve program product acceptance delivery schedule to meet the acceleration efforts with increasing quantities up to and including quadruple current rates per month

Validation : Ensure internal and external product

are understood, and executed against to ensure compliant products are delivered on time

• ✓Process Compliance and Continuous Improvement: Ensure compliance to program delivery requirements, quality metrics, and best practices across programs to facilitate a culture of continuous improvement.
• ✓Risk & Opportunity Support: Provide inputs to technical risk and opportunity management for the purposes of product acceptance
• ✓Mentorship : Mentor team members in quality assurance, processes, and regulatory requirements, and efficient product acceptance practices.

• ✓Bachelor’s Degree and 6+ years of expereince
• ✓Currently possesses Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance
• ✓Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with dynamic team and stakeholders and provide constructive feedback
• ✓Ability to influence team and peer functions to achieve successful Product Acceptance
• ✓Strong problem solving and risk management skills leveraged to ensure that the solutions meet the needs of the business and the warfighter
• ✓Experience in Product Acceptance/QAVMI process and can bring best practices forward

• ✓Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
• ✓Proficient in requirement management tools
• ✓Capable of hands-on troubleshooting using engineering lab equipment
• ✓Knowledge of military/aerospace standards
• ✓Familiarity with Quality Sciences (8D/RCCA and Lean Six Sigma methodologies) and AS9100/ISO 9001 standards
• ✓Experience in aerospace and defense industry

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.

About BAE Systems, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

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