Director of Quality- SOF GLSS Program

Vectrus (V2X) • Lexington, KY

86d

About The Position

The position involves developing and implementing the SOF GLSS quality management strategy in alignment with contract requirements and USSOCOM objectives. The role requires leading Quality Assurance and Quality Control teams across multiple CONUS and OCONUS sites, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and regulations, including ISO 9001, AS9100, DCMA, DoD, and USSOCOM directives. The individual will oversee internal and external audits, government surveillance activities, and corrective action processes, while establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) tied to contract deliverables and readiness metrics. Collaboration with engineering, logistics, supply chain, and program management teams is essential to resolve quality issues and enhance system reliability. The role also includes managing document control, training programs, and quality certifications across the SOF GLSS enterprise, serving as the primary interface with USSOCOM quality representatives, DCMA, and other oversight entities. Additionally, the individual will lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives focused on lifecycle sustainment and field support, promoting a culture of quality and compliance through proactive leadership, communication, and training.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in quality assurance/control, with at least 5 years in a leadership role supporting DoD or federal contracts.
• Strong knowledge of DoD acquisition regulations, FAR/DFARS, and government quality oversight practices.
• Proven experience with CAPA, Six Sigma, Lean, and performance-based logistics (PBL) environments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and quality management platforms (e.g., AS9100-compliant systems).

Nice To Haves

• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
• Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Lean Certification
• ASQ or equivalent professional membership
• Familiarity with DCMA surveillance protocols and government audit readiness

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the SOF GLSS quality management strategy in alignment with contract requirements and USSOCOM objectives.
• Lead Quality Assurance and Quality Control teams across multiple CONUS and OCONUS sites.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations, including ISO 9001, AS9100, DCMA, DoD, and USSOCOM directives.
• Oversee internal and external audits, government surveillance activities, and corrective action processes.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) tied to contract deliverables and readiness metrics.
• Collaborate with engineering, logistics, supply chain, and program management teams to resolve quality issues and enhance system reliability.
• Manage document control, training programs, and quality certifications across the SOF GLSS enterprise.
• Serve as the primary interface with USSOCOM quality representatives, DCMA, and other oversight entities.
• Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives focused on lifecycle sustainment and field support.
• Promote a culture of quality and compliance through proactive leadership, communication, and training.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees