Sr. Quality Manager

KBR, Inc. • Huntsville, AL

21h

About The Position

As a Sr. Quality Manager with KBR, you will lead the development and implementation of quality management systems to ensure the highest standards of excellence. You will uphold KBR's values of Zero Harm, Integrity, and Teamwork, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. The Commercial & Technology (C&T) Sr. Quality Manager will support various aerospace support functions including quality assurance and metrology, to include certification and accreditation audits, root cause corrective action, and operational support as required. Additionally, the Quality Manager supports our technical services team comprised of engineering, IT, quality engineering, and industrial controls solutions teams. Preference for this position is to be based near one of our United States office locations and near a major airport. The position will require 40-50% travel based on customer requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of 12 years directly related Quality experience.
• Requires strong knowledge of quality management systems and standards (e.g., ISO 9001 and AS9100).
• Must be proficient in data analysis and quality management software.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Six Sigma green belt certification or similar quality management certifications.
• Experience implementing Lean Six Sigma for services programs.
• PMP or similar certification.
• Completion of ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO17025 QMS auditor training.
• Experience with Aerospace manufacturing, ISO17025, and asset management programs.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of KBR’s Performance Excellence (KPEX) program across C&T.
• Assist C&T OPEX team in the DMAIC processes.
• Support Zero Harm Culture throughout C&T.
• Support development and implementation of quality management systems and processes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations and KBR policies.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to monitor quality performance.
• Analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Provide support for the integration of digital technology, data analytics, and AI-enabled solutions to enhance operational excellence.
• Collaborate across teams to maintain quality standards for services, products, materials, and procedures within assigned work scopes.
• Coordinate the delivery of functional objectives by supporting leadership, as well as providing direction to managers and professional staff.
• Provide technical expertise to support the Quality program, including inspection and testing techniques, quality training, statistical methods, audits, and tools for problem-solving and assessments.
• Utilize knowledge of quality systems and tools to support the validation and verification of contractually required standards for project execution and proposals.
• Provide training and support to staff on quality standards and best practices.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, including procedures, work instructions, and records.
• Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving initiatives.
• Report on quality metrics and performance to senior management.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by addressing quality-related concerns and feedback.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in quality management.
• Must be able to travel at least 40-50%.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.
• We support career advancement through professional training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level