Manager Quality

Leonardo DRS; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo DRS in Largo, FL is seeking a Quality Leader to advance the DRS Quality mission by championing process improvement and delivering measurable value. You will staff, train, equip, and direct the activities of quality assurance personnel, including quality engineers, inspectors, analysts, and auditors, to ensure compliance and continuous improvement across programs.

Responsibilities include leading corrective actions, managing ERP quality modules, coordinating with customers and suppliers,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 5+ years of experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, communication and writing skills.
• Ability to lead corrective actions using disciplined problem-solving and statistics.
• In‑depth knowledge of AS9100 & ISO 9001 Standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality leadership to direct reports and peers in support of the DRS mission.
• Staff, train, equip, and direct QA personnel including engineers, inspectors, analysts and auditors.
• Identify and justify capital equipment and technology improvements.
• Maintain, execute, and improve the quality management system using resources.
• Review QA status, implement actions to improve, report results.
• Manage ERP quality systems/modules using data to drive improvements.
• Coordinate with customers and suppliers during early development and production.
• Lead internal audits and manage corrective action processes.
• Manage budgets and department expenses.
• Develop and review QA cost estimates for proposals.
• Support distinct quality functions and demonstrate competency across them.
• Assist in developing and approving SOPs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Communication

Writing skills

Problem-solving

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Job description

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Location:

Largo, FL, US, 33773

Job ID:115196

The Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics business provides leading naval computing infrastructure, network and data distribution and middleware enterprise services, as well as world-class manufacturing and support capabilities.

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Business Unit: Naval Electronics
Location: Largo, FL
Career Functional Area: Quality
Telework Type: N/A - fully onsite

Job Summary

Support the DRS Quality mission statement: “Establish a culture of innovation within DRS Quality teams, championing the deployment of superior processes in lieu of traditional inspection activities and ensuring the delivery of continuously improving value and compliance to our customers and business units.”

Staff, train, equip, and direct the activities of quality assurance personnel including quality engineers, inspectors, analysts, and auditors.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide quality leadership to direct reports peers and superiors in support of the DRS mission
• Staff, train, equip, and direct the activities of quality assurance personnel including quality engineers, inspectors, analysts, and auditors
• Identify and justify capital equipment and / or technology improvements
• Maintain, execute, and improve the quality management system using departmental and company resources
• Review status of quality management system, developing and implementing actions to improve. Report on the results of these actions
• Manage all ERP related quality systems / modules using data to drive improvement through disciplined metrics management and team projects
• Perform direct coordination with customer and suppliers during early planning phases of development and production programs
• Perform functions of Lead Auditor Plan and conduct internal company audits including management of corrective action process
• Manage and/or contribute to direct and indirect budgets and department expenses
• Develop and review quality assurance cost estimates in support of proposal efforts
• May specialize in distinct Quality functions such as Supplier Quality, but ideally will prove competency in all Quality functions
• Assist in the development and approval of the Standard Operating procedures (SOP)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience in a related technical field with a minimum of 5 years of experience
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, communication and writing skills
• Ability to lead effective corrective action using disciplined problem-solving methods and statistical analysis
• In-depth knowledge of AS9100 & ISO 9001 Standards

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Community & Respect
• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.