Quality Engineer (U.S. Army Program Office)

CACI International; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International seeks a Quality Engineer to support the U.S. Army Program Office. The role focuses on planning, developing, and managing quality across programs, ensuring contractors meet contract requirements and that fielded systems meet high standards.

The candidate will lead audits, develop strategies, review performance, and coordinate with government partners to improve quality systems. A strong background in ISO 9001:2015 is required.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering or Equivalent required with >20 years relevant experience.
• MS Engineering Equivalent required with >15 years relevant experience.
• PhD Engineering or Equivalent required with >15 years relevant experience.
• Extensive knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 Quality System Requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, implement, and manage Quality on assigned programs over their life cycle.
• Develop quality input for program management documents and ensure contract clauses are called out.
• Coordinate with product managers, users, ATEC, and other Government agencies as needed.
• Review and evaluate system performance, assess risk, and make recommendations.
• Assure compliance with contractual scope, schedules, specifications, and other requirements.
• Conduct audits of contractor quality management systems and process controls.

Skills

Quality Management

Lead Auditor

ISO 9001:2015

Program Management

Education

BS Engineering or Equivalent

MS Engineering Equivalent

PhD Engineering or Equivalent

Job description

Job Details

• Job Title: Quality Engineer (U.S. Army Program Office)
• Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support
• Time Type: Full time
• Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret
• Employee Type: Regular
• Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 50%
• Type of Travel: Continental US

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, implement, and manage Quality on assigned programs over their life cycle, ensuring that contractors meet their responsibilities for product quality in accordance with the contract requirements, and that systems fielded to Soldiers are of high quality and meet user requirements.
• Develop quality input for program management documents to include acquisition plans and strategies, source selection evaluation plans, supportability strategies, system engineering plans, statements of work, and specifications, and ensure appropriate contract clauses are called out in PEO contracts.
• Coordinate with product managers, users, ATEC, and other Government agencies as needed.
• Review and evaluate system performance, assess risk, and make recommendations.
• Assure compliance with contractual scope, schedules, specifications, and other requirements.
• Develop or evaluate sampling plans based on MIL-STD-1916, ANSI Z1.4, or other industry standards.
• Participate in post awards, program reviews, design reviews, and conferences as the quality engineer.
• Evaluate design efforts to ensure all appropriate environmental and performance issues have been considered and addressed.
• Review and ensure adequacy of all test plans, procedures, and reports for assigned programs.
• Monitor testing to ensure test is being conducted in accordance with approved procedures, and report results to the PM.
• Ensure effective root cause corrective action for all failures as well as adequacy of validation and implementation plans.
• Evaluate engineering change proposals and waivers/deviations for quality impact, and conduct physical and functional configuration audits.
• Prepare contract letters for Quality Lead and COR signature for review of all quality related contract data.
• Conduct audits of contractor quality management systems and system assembly and test procedures, to ensure contractor adherence to ISO 9001, the specification, and to all contract requirements.
• Evaluate contractor quality data, metrics, and process controls.
• Work with contractors to improve their quality system, processes and implementation of process controls.
• Provide Product Assurance Suitability Statement for material release.
• Ensure product quality deficiency reports (PQDR) are adequately addressed.
• Work with DCMA and monitor support provided on PM programs, ensure establishment of quality assurance letters of instruction (QALIs) and/or memoranda of agreement (MOA) where required, and review DCMA surveillance plans for adequacy.

Qualifications

Required: BS Engineering or Equivalent and > 20 years relevant experience or MS Engineering Equivalent and > 15 years relevant experience Extensive knowledge of and experience as Lead auditor of ISO 9001:2015 Quality System Requirements Subject matter expert for Quality, and has the ability to lead Quality efforts on assigned programs with minimal oversight from the Government lead. Active Secret Security clearance Desired: MS Engineering or Equivalent and > 25 years relevant experience PhD Engineering or Equivalent and >15 years relevant experience Extensive knowledge of and experience as Lead auditor of ISO 9001:2015 Quality System Requirements Has the breadth of experience and knowledge, and recognition in the Quality community, to lead Quality efforts on assigned programs, and work independently with minimal oversight from the Government Lead. Served as consultant to other team members and mentor workforce on Quality matters. Evaluated methodologies used on past programs, and establish new and innovative strategies for contracting, managing, and evaluating Quality. Developed metrics for evaluating contract Quality Served as Lead Auditor Established training material, and train other audit personnel as needed.

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity. At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation. An environment of trust. CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality. A focus on continuous growth. Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position. The proposed salary range for this position is: $82,100-$172,400

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.