Quality Management Specialist

New Directions Technologies, Inc; California (MO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

New Directions Technologies, Inc (NDTI) seeks a Quality Management Specialist to ensure quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance of electro‑mechanical systems used across EW flight, ground, and sea surface‑based platforms at Point Mugu, CA.

The role drives continuous improvement, leads ISO 9001 aligned QMS, coordinates audits, and collaborates with design, manufacturing, and supply chain to prevent defects and resolve quality issues.

Qualifications

• Requires MS degree or a BS with 10+ years in technical labor with 3+ years QA leadership.
• ISO Internal Auditing is a plus.
• Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing experience are a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and self-starter qualities.
• Experience with ERP/MRP software systems.
• Experience in conducting FAI and quality inspections on electro-mechanical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, lead, and maintain a QMS via ISO 9001 principles.
• Serve as primary liaison to resolve quality issues and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Provide quality coaching to staff and management.
• Coordinate internal quality audits and report QMS status.
• Participate in cross-functional teams for Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Provide status of corrective actions and prevent recurrence of nonconformance.
• Receive, initiate, and track repair orders.
• Maintain a qualified spare parts inventory.
• Lead communications with fleet operators regarding repairs.
• Conduct receiving inspection, coordinate repair and acceptance, document accordingly.

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001

Six Sigma

ERP/MRP

Problem-solving

Communication

MS Office

Education

MS degree

BS degree + 10 years experience

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Quality Management Specialist - ID#:JR-2026-078

Location:

Point Mugu

Status:

Full Time

Job Description:

NDTI has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quality Management Specialist to support operations at Point Mugu, CA. The Quality Management Specialist is responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, and compliance of electro‑mechanical systems, components, and assemblies used in EW flight, ground and sea surface‑based systems. This position develops, implements, and maintains quality systems and processes to ensure product performance meets design and regulatory requirements. The specialist collaborates with design, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to prevent defects, identify root causes, and drive continuous improvement.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, lead, and maintain a quality management system (QMS) via ISO 9001 certification principles.
• Function as primary liaison for various customers in order to resolve quality issues, ensure appropriate flow down of quality requirements, inspection requirements, acceptance criteria, communication, and ensure customer satisfaction,
• Provide quality coaching to staff, peers, associates, and management team, enhancing skills in efficient execution of procedures to drive improved customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate internal quality audits and report status of QMS compliance to management.
• Participate in cross‑functional teams to implement Operational Excellence Initiatives (6 Sigma, Continuous Flow Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, etc.
• Provide status of internal and external corrective actions, ensure responses are adequate to prevent recurrence of nonconformance and report progress to management.
• Receive, initiate, and track repair orders.
• Maintain a qualified spare parts inventory.
• Provide the lead communications with fleet operators regarding product repairs orders.
• Conduct receiving inspection, coordinate repair, and acceptance, and complete appropriate documentation.

Education and Work Experience Requirements

Due to customer requirements, U.S Citizenship is required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoW Security Clearance for duration of employment.

Requirements

• Requires a MS degree or a BS degree with a minimum of 10 years’ subject matter expertise in the technical labor category with 3 years in a QA leadership capacity. A Senior labor category typically works on critical aspects of a given program and performs many functional duties independently. A Senior labor category may oversee the efforts of Journeyman and/or Junior staff.
• ISO Internal Auditing is a plus.
• Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing experience are a plus.
• The ideal candidate will be a strong problem‑solver and self‑starter.
• Experience in the use of computer‑based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) software systems.
• Experience in conducting FAI and quality inspections on prototype and production electro‑mechanical assemblies, subassemblies and components.
• Experience in developing and implementing a department level quality management system with processes, roles and responsibilities and checklists.
• Develop and implement inspection processes and standards
• Maintain clear and accurate records of inspections, rework, and acceptance of items received for acceptance
• Proven team player who has demonstrated capabilities in the following areas: effective communication, interpersonal skills, well developed problem‑solving skills; manufacturing and integration process controls; solid organizations skills; and the demonstrated ability to be self‑directed and effectively relate to all levels of an organization.
• Ability to work well under pressure, multi‑task and meet deadlines.
• Strong computer skills are necessary, to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.
• This is a hands‑on position that takes someone who can roll up their sleeves and solve critical issues in a timely manner while balancing long‑term improvement initiatives.

Salary: the expected pay range for this position is $124,800 to $166,400 but is subject to change.