Job Descriptions:

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

The individual in this role maintains Kratos SRE Quality Management System (QMS) components for existing and newproducts and engineering testing services. Ensures implementation of industry and internal quality standards. Works in agovernment regulated environment and reports to management on quality-related issues.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in the implementation of, and compliance with, ISO standards.

• Assists in identifying customer-required quality compliance specifications and translating them into effective procedures, instructions, and training material.

• Develops and maintains quality procedures and instructions for engineering, material testing, and design and development projects.

• Maintains a controlled QMS document library.

• Supports Corrective Action efforts for problem identification, improvement, and prevention.

• Prepares material used to evaluate the effectiveness of the quality management system in support of management review meetings and in other settings.

• Provides support for customer representatives regarding quality issues.

• Assist with the development and implementation of the overall quality management system to AS9100 and create inspection plans and processes for AS9102 compliance.

• Participate in the development of and utilize key performance indicators (KPI’s) to achieve Quality goals.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Works with suppliers to resolve or improve quality issues and to implement effective corrective action.Works with support service stakeholders, including Procurement, IT, Human Resources, Contract Administration, and Facilities to ensure a fully compliant management system environment.

• Supports engineers and technical staff in design and process validations, process control, process training, process improvement, and risk management.

• Coordinates process steps, standards and requirements, and infrastructure to enhance the existing quality management system.

• Other quality related responsibilities assigned by management.

Required Experience:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in STEM focused area (science, technology, engineering, math) or other quality or management related field.

• Must be able to obtain/maintain DoD clearance.

• Experience with Quality Management processes in an environment compliant with ISO9001, AS/IA9100, or ISO standards

• Working knowledge of desktop applications including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Good problem-solving abilities using systematic, logical, and sequential approaches.

• Self-motivation to take the initiative to complete tasks.

• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment to reach common results and goals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ISO 19011:2018 Lead Auditor Certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Sense of Urgency - Takes initiative to resolve problems/issues.

• Individual Accountability - Takes responsibility and consistently delivers on commitments.

• Builds relationships - Continuously fosters positive working relationships by developing win-win solutions.

• Analytical - Makes decisions to solve problems by using sound judgment.

• Sets High Standards - Demands excellence by continuously raising the performance bar.

• Attention to Detail - Utilizes established monitoring systems, records data accurately and in a timely manner, andensures accuracy of data.

• Communication - Effectively communicates verbally with others and in writing.

WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position involves work in an office and laboratory environment and could require the use of personal protectiveequipment (PPE) including:

• Safety glasses

• Hearing protection (varies based on tasks)

• Composite toe safety shoes

In performing the work for this position, the candidate must be able to:

• Work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time.

• Walk for reasonable distances.

• Travel. Up to 10% may be required with occasional overnight stays.

Keyword: ISO9001, AS9102

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All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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