Quality Assurance Manager III

General Atomics

Poway, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
AS 9100, Affirmative Action, Aircraft Piloting, Analysis Skills, Calendar Management, Calibration, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Systems, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, DoD Clearance, Environmental Compliance, External Audit, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Government Regulations, Government Requirements, Government Standards, ISO 9000, Intellectual Property (IP), Internal Audit, Interpersonal Skills, Laboratory, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Metrics, Military, Operations, Operations Management, Operations Processes, People Management, Performance Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Quality Monitoring, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Safety Compliance, Security Clearance, Software Testing, Standards Development, Statistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Operations, Surveillance, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Technical/Engineering Design, Test & Measurement Equipment, Testing, Time Management, Training/Teaching, United States Citizen, User Documentation, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Poway, CA
POSTED
1 day ago
54472BR

Company:


General Atomics Aeronautical Systems


Job Summary:


General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.


Our Poway Quality Assurance team has an exciting opportunity for a Supply Chain QA Operations Manager role. This position reports to a Director and is responsible for planning, managing, and ensuring the integrity, compliance and technical performance of the Supply Chain Quality Assurance (QA) program and SQA department operations.

Manages all phases of assigned QA programs and/or projects including developing, evaluating, implementing, and monitoring quality management policies, principles and standards, such as ISO-9000, AS9100 or similar quality systems, to ensure compliance with customer/product standards and governmental regulatory requirements. Serves as the principal manager providing daily operations oversight including processes, systems and metrics accountable to the department director.


Typically accomplishes objectives through subordinate management and/or team leaders.

May be responsible for decisions that impact outcomes where erroneous decisions could cause serious schedule delays and expenditure of additional time and resources.


DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:


+ Manage QA activities including planning, implementing, and monitoring technical performance to ensure quality and financial objectives are attained.

+ Develop and implement defined and specific standards, methods, and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the conformity, precision, accuracy, and reliability of purchased products and services.

+ Design and analyze inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; conduct quality assurance tests; and perform statistical analysis to assess the cost of and determine the responsibility for, products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications.

+ Coordinate safety and environmental compliance reviews.

+ Align QA program for the unit(s) with the corporate QA internal and external audit program, corrective action system, Quality Assurance Records Center, maintenance of QA manuals and procedures, QA policies and procedures, measuring and test equipment calibration program, and inspection laboratories. Serve as the CAPA focal point for management coordination and response in Supply Chain Quality Assurance.

+ Audit quality systems for deficiency identification and corrections. Investigate issues and develop innovative and practical solutions to technical and quality problems ensuring that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards.

+ Manage projects portfolio and process improvements resulting from identification of bottlenecks, analysis of quality metrics (process and personnel performance) and implement improvements to improve cost effectiveness of Supply Chain QA processes.

+ May participate in reviewing engineering designs to contribute quality requirements and considerations.

+ Participate with management to develop and implement current and annual technical, schedule, quality, and financial objectives for the Supply Chain QA program to ensure strategic business objectives are met. May also participate in the development of annual and long-term objectives for the organization.

+ Ensure technical leadership and excellence is maintained by managing and participating in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, training and development of the required management, professional, and technical talent.

+ May act as a QA spokesperson with Sr. Management, line management, program managers, technical staff, and Customer representatives.

+ Manage the development of and ensure the security of proprietary technology while maintaining the strict confidentiality of sensitive information. Other duties as assigned or required.


We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.


Job ID#:


54472BR


Job Category:


Quality


Travel Percentage Required:


0% - 25%


Full-Time/Part-Time:


Full-Time Salary


State:


California


Clearance Level:


Secret


Pay Range Low:


100,290


City:


Poway


Clearance Required?:


Desired


Pay Range High:


183,098


Recruitment Posting Title:


Supply Chain QA Operations Manager


Job Qualifications:


+ Typically requires a Bachelors or Masters in engineering or a related technical field and eleven or more years of progressively complex QA experience.May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.

+ Must demonstrate a detailed and extensive working knowledge and understanding of QA principles, concepts, theories, regulations and practices; extensive knowledge of ISO 9000, AS9100 or similar quality system; and leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling and coordinating projects and staff workloads to meet established deadlines and milestones.

+ Must possess the ability to resolve complex technical and management issues.

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report and present findings.

+ Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interface with all levels of employees, management and Customer representatives.

+ Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and be able to work extended hours and travel as required.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required.


US Citizenship Required?:


Yes


Experience Level:


Management


Relocation Assistance Provided?:


No


Workstyle:


Onsite
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.

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