Program Quality Lead

Program Quality Lead (PQL) / Mission Assurance Lead (MAL)Mission Systems Customer Quality is seeking an experienced professional Program Quality Lead (PQL) / Mission Assurance Lead (MAL) to implement and manage a Quality Assurance System and specific customer quality flow-down requirements throughout proposal and program lifecycles. The selected professional(s) will tailor existing quality planning to administer customer and internal quality requirements for program teams and supply base. The selected individual(s) will act as the voice of the customer to independently assure mission success. The PQL is responsible for leading a team of cross product team of Mission Assurance Engineers. Responsibilities may include employee performance development, staffing, as well as supporting programs ensuring that Mission Assurance technical requirements are developed using approved development processes and procedures. The PQL must be able to work within a cross-function, matrixed organization in which there is close interaction and collaboration with Supplier Quality, Hardware Quality and various Engineering disciplines. The selected individual will perform with minimal supervision:Execute Mission Assurance responsibilities as a member of a program leadership teamEnsure programmatic and technical risks are identified, contained, and managed throughout each phase of business pursuit and program executionEnsure Mission Assurance engagement in engineering development, design and test requirements verification, including the transition of design to productionLead multi-functional teams in problem resolution and continuous improvement activities with an emphasis on six sigma, lean practices and other analytical improvement methods and toolsManage business and program performance utilizing predictive and proactive measures and metricsThe ability to maintain positive relationships with program management, cross-functional program leadership, suppliers, customers and government representatives.Lead Mission Assurance teams in performing to expectation and mentoring individuals in talent enhancementU.S. Citizenship status is required as this position will need a U.S. Secret Clearance within the first year of start date.U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position will need a U.S. SAP/SAR Security Clearance.Qualifications You Must Have:Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experienceApplication and adherence to Quality Management Systems IS0 9001 or AS9100Working knowledge of Industry and Government Mission Assurance Requirements and StandardsDemonstrated leadership experience - ability to coach and mentor others in routine settings and difficult situationsAbility to collaborate with program team members to develop practical solutions to complex problemsExperience in leading or a member of risk & opportunity management, assessment, mitigation and captureExperience in predictive and proactive measures and metrics assessments and leading actions to improve performance or mitigate problemsPractical knowledge of systems engineering, reliability and system safety requirementsStrong written/verbal presentation skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPointQualifications We Prefer:ASQ Certified Quality Engineer or ManagerExperience in Earned Value Management and Cost Account Management including EVMS Level II certification a plusWorking knowledge of EQT / RCAS or a proven close- loop corrective action systemPast or present active member or chair of Material and Failure nonconformance review boards (MRB/FRB)Desired Education:Advanced Degrees in Engineering, Science, Mathematics or TechnologyFor the Bachelor of Arts Degrees, ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standardWhat We Offer:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,?critical illness?insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption AssistanceAutism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programAnd more! Raytheon