Sr Manager, Quality Management System (QMS)

Lucid Motors • Phoenix, AZ

7h

About The Position

Lucid Motors is redefining luxury mobility with electric vehicles engineered for exceptional performance, design, and sustainability. We are relentlessly focused on quality, innovation, safety, and craftsmanship in everything we do. As we grow, our Quality Management System is a cornerstone of how we scale responsibly and deliver world‑class products to our customers.

The Senior Manager, Quality Management System (QMS) is responsible for developing, maintaining, and leading Lucid’s enterprise-level QMS in alignment with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, internal standards, and regulatory requirements. This role drives cross-functional governance, compliance, continuous improvement, and systemic quality excellence across Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Field Quality, and Customer Experience.

You will lead a team of QMS professionals and work closely with senior leadership to ensure Lucid’s processes are robust, scalable, auditable, and effective as we accelerate global growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field required (Master’s degree or MBA preferred)
• 12+ years of progressive experience in Quality Management Systems, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, or Regulatory Compliance within automotive, EV, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• 5+ years of leadership experience, including leading teams and influencing cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Hands‑on experience leading IATF 16949 and/or ISO 9001 certified QMS in a complex, multi‑site organization.
• Deep expertise in IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and automotive quality system requirements.
• Strong working knowledge of APQP, PFMEA/DFMEA, Control Plans, risk management, and CAPA.
• Proven ability to lead internal and external audits, certification readiness, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with QMS digital tools, document control systems, and workflow automation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to define and monitor process KPIs and system effectiveness.
• Executive‑level communication skills; ability to clearly articulate risk, compliance status, and improvement plans.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change, influence without authority, and operate effectively in a matrixes organization.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset with experience driving systemic and sustainable improvements.
• Ability to balance compliance rigor with operational flexibility in a fast‑paced, evolving environment

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or MBA preferred

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve Lucid’s end-to-end QMS strategy, policies, standards, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and applicable federal, state, and international regulations.
• Lead QMS maturity assessments and drive systemic improvements across the enterprise.
• Create and maintain the Quality Manual, process maps, and governance structure.
• Lead internal audit programs (system, process, product) and manage external certification audits.
• Oversee QMS readiness for customer, regulatory, and certification body audits.
• Ensure timely corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and closure of non‑conformities.
• Partner with functional leaders to define, standardize, and optimize critical business processes.
• Ensure process owners maintain compliant, controlled, current documentation.
• Implement process KPIs and monitor QMS performance via dashboards and reporting.
• Drive QMS digital transformation, including workflows, document control, and automation.
• Lead cross-functional problem solving using 8D, PFMEA, risk management, and Lean methodologies.
• Champion quality culture, structured change management, and organizational learning.
• Develop and oversee QMS training strategy across all levels of the organization.
• Ensure employees understand roles, responsibilities, and requirements related to quality.
• Support workforce competency and audit readiness.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing QMS team.
• Develop succession planning, capability building, and career development.
• Collaborate regularly with executive leadership on QMS health and priorities.

Benefits

• Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k.
• The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees