Senior Manager Quality

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Germantown, MD

7d•$134,332 - $181,349•Onsite

About The Position

DRS RADA Technologies is hiring a Senior Manager Quality for its Germantown, MD location. This position is on-site and is full time. The role supports the DRS Quality mission statement: “Establish a culture of innovation within DRS Quality teams, championing the deployment of superior processes in lieu of traditional inspection activities and ensuring the delivery of continuously improving value and compliance to our customers and business units.” The Senior Manager Quality will staff, train, equip, and direct the activities of quality assurance personnel including quality engineers, inspectors, analysts, and auditors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience in a related technical field with a minimum of 7 years of experience
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, communication and writing skills
Ability to lead effective corrective action using disciplined problem-solving methods and statistical analysis
In-depth knowledge of AS9100 & ISO 9001 Standards
U.S. Citizenship required.
This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Nice To Haves

ISO Lead Auditor experience desired; certification preferred
Six Sigma Black Belt certification desired
ASQ CMQ/OE or CQE certification desired

Responsibilities

Support the DRS Quality mission statement: “Establish a culture of innovation within DRS Quality teams, championing the deployment of superior processes in lieu of traditional inspection activities and ensuring the delivery of continuously improving value and compliance to our customers and business units”
Provide quality leadership to direct reports, peers and superiors in support of the DRS mission
Staff, train, equip, and direct the activities of quality assurance personnel including quality engineers, inspectors, analysts, and auditors
Identify and justify capital equipment and / or technology improvements
Maintain, execute, and improve the quality management system using departmental and company resources
Review status of quality management system, developing and implementing actions to improve and report on the results of these actions
Manage all ERP related quality systems / modules. Use data to drive improvement through disciplined metrics management and team projects
Perform direct coordination with customer and suppliers during early planning phases of development and production programs
Perform functions of Lead Auditor. Plan and conduct internal company audits including management of corrective action process
Manage and/or contribute to direct and indirect budgets and department expenses
Develop and review quality assurance cost estimates in support of proposal efforts
May specialize in distinct Quality functions such as Supplier Quality, but ideally will prove competency in all Quality functions
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission values and culture of the organization
Assist in the development and approval of the Standard Operating procedures (SOP)

Benefits

comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave)
parental leave benefits
tuition reimbursement
professional development support
life and disability insurance coverage
company contribution to a health savings account
telemedicine
legal insurance
401(k) savings plan
wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
competitive vacation
health/emergency leave
paid parental leave
community service hours