Quality Manager I

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Dayton, OH

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About The Position

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we're applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force's (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you're passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here. Are you looking to use your expert quality and leadership skills in an industry that supports and protects explorers and heroes? We could use your expertise on our team! As a Quality Manager, you'll develop, modify, apply and maintain quality evaluation, control systems, and protocols for processing materials into partially finished or finished materials product while ensuring efficient conformance to industry standards and compliance to regulatory requirements. You'll be using your skills and expertise to devise and implement methods and procedures for auditing and evaluating the accuracy of our processes, products and systems. You'll ensure that corrective measures and deviation meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements. Your responsibilities will include developing, applying, and maintaining our quality systems and protocols necessary to ensure efficient conformance and compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field of study
Relevant work experience may substitute for required education
Typically, 6+ years of progressive quality assurance experience, which includes 0-2+ years of management experience.
Direct Aviation/Aerospace operations experience
In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001/AS9100 and CMMI standards
Experience in an electronic/mechanical systems environment
Must have direct quality engineering management experience
Must have working knowledge on Catia, Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) and GD&T
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment
Attainment of Six Sigma Black Belt
Certified Manager of Quality / Organizational Excellence
Certified Quality Improvement Associate
Certified Quality Auditor

Responsibilities

Lead continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Six Sigma, Lean, and root cause analysis to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
Participate in program reviews and provide input on quality-related issues.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to product quality and process efficiency.
Use data and metrics to identify trends, drive improvements, and report on the effectiveness of quality initiatives.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of quality assurance activities, including test results, inspection reports, and audit findings.
Prepare and present regular reports on quality metrics and performance

Benefits

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

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