Quality Manager at Amentum

The Quality Manager - KP is responsible for managing the implementation and enforcement of the Contractor’s Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with contract requirements and industry standards. This role requires strong leadership, expertise in quality assurance programs, and direct communication with senior corporate officials. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Quality Management and Oversight:

• Managing and enforcing the Contractor’s Quality Management System (QMS) on all facets of the project to ensure compliance with contract requirements, policies, and best practices.
• Ensuring a presence on-site during the Government’s regular working hours and availability on-site within two hours after the Government’s regular working hours if required.
• Overseeing quality audits, inspections, and evaluations of work performed to confirm adherence to QMS procedures and industry standards.
• Collaborating with project teams to identify and address non-conformance issues, implementing corrective actions as necessary to maintain quality.

Reporting and Independence:

• Reporting directly to a senior corporate official, maintaining independence from the Project Manager as required per contract guidelines.
• Preparing detailed reports summarizing quality assurance activities, findings, and corrective actions, ensuring senior leadership remains informed of contract compliance efforts.

Team Leadership and Training:

• Leading the quality team in the implementation of quality inspection protocols and QMS compliance measures.
• Guiding and mentoring quality assurance personnel on best practices, policies, and technical standards to maintain consistent performance across all quality operations.

Minimum Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Industrial, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering/scientific field, based on a four-year course of study from an accredited U.S., U.K., or equivalent institution.

Certification and Experience:

• Current Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) certification or equivalent.
• At least five (5) years of experience in preparing and enforcing QMS programs on contracts of similar size, scope, and complexity.
• Demonstrated ability to manage quality assurance programs and lead a multi-disciplinary team in a complex environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality management principles, including ISO standards and best practices for QMS implementation.