Senior Quality Manager

Modern Technology Solutions Inc

Colorado Springs (CO)

On-site

USD 175,000 - 225,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) in Colorado Springs seeks a Senior Quality Manager to lead QA/QC for the USSF Space Systems Command and DCO-S program, collaborating with government stakeholders and the PMO.

You will develop metrics, drive process improvements, and ensure deliverables meet contractual requirements. Top Secret with SCI eligibility is required; travel is limited.

Qualifications

10+ years of relevant experience in quality management on government contracts.
Strong knowledge of DoW/DAF/USSF quality standards and audit methods.
Experience with Space Systems Command or defensive cyber programs preferred.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

Lead the contract program risk management process and residual risk tracking.
Oversee QA/QC activities for the DCO-S program with government and PMO.
Develop and maintain quality processes, standards and metrics.
Conduct audits, reviews, and corrective actions to close gaps.
Provide quality reporting and performance metrics to leadership.
Coordinate with engineering, cybersecurity and other functions to embed quality.

Skills

Quality program leadership

DoD/USSF contract experience

Audit & QA metrics

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree is highly desirable

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Lead Auditor

CQM / CMQ/OE or equivalent quality certification

LSSGB or LSSBB desirable

DoD 8140 compliant certification (preferred for cybersecurity)

Job description

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is searching for a Senior Quality Manager in support of United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) and Combat Forces Command (CFC) Defensive Cyber Operations. This role focuses on serving as the Senior Quality Manager supporting both the DCO-S government customer and the contract as part of the Program Management Office (PMO). The Quality Manager establishes and oversees quality assurance and quality control processes to ensure program deliverables, processes, and outcomes meet customer expectations and contractual requirements. Has strong knowledge of DoW/DAF/USSF quality standards, program execution, and DCO-S priorities, and provides quality leadership in collaboration with government stakeholders, the contractor PMO, and functional teams. The quality manager will lead a team of quality/data analysts to gather data and develop metrics to present organizational performance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the contract program risk management process, including identification, analysis, prioritization, mitigation planning, and residual risk tracking.
Lead quality assurance and quality control activities for the DCO-S program in support of both the government customer and the contract PMO.
Lead quality team to develop, implement, and maintain quality processes, standards, and metrics aligned with program and contractual requirements.
Conduct or oversee process and product audits, reviews, and assessments to identify gaps and drive corrective actions.
Support the PMO with quality-related reporting, risk identification, and performance metrics for government and internal leadership.
Serve as a quality focal point for the government program office, SSC stakeholders, and contractor teams.
Facilitate process improvements, lessons learned, and continuous improvement initiatives across the program.
Coordinate with engineering, training, logistics, cybersecurity, and other functional areas to embed quality throughout the lifecycle.
Ensure deliverables meet quality standards prior to submission or fielding.
Coordinate closely with MTSI Corporate Quality to ensure company standards, processes, and best practices are utilized.
Support MTSI’s ISO 9001 annual audit.

Desired Skills / Experience

Proven experience leading quality programs on complex DoD or USSF contracts.
Strong knowledge of quality standards, audit techniques, corrective action processes, and performance metrics. ISO standards familiarity is helpful.
Experience supporting Space Systems Command, defensive cyber operations, or similar mission programs is highly desirable.
Ability to work effectively as part of a PMO while supporting government customer quality expectations.
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, flexibility in dynamic environment, and briefing skills.
Familiarity with Agile/SAFe environments and DoW acquisition processes.
Demonstrated leadership in driving continuous improvement and cross-functional quality integration.

Education / Certification Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Master’s degree is highly desirable.

10+ years of relevant experience in quality management, quality assurance, or process improvement on DoW/DAF/USSF or similar government contracts.

In lieu of a Master’s, 18+ years of progressive relevant experience will be considered.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Lead Auditor, CQM, CMQ/OE, or equivalent quality certification preferred.

LSSGB or LSSBB is also desirable.

DoD 8140 compliant certification is preferred if supporting cybersecurity-related activities.

Clearance

Must possess a Top Secret with SCI eligibility. SAR/SAP experience highly desirable.

Location / Travel Requirements

Place of work is Colorado Springs; remote work opportunity is limited. You may be required to travel periodically, less than 10%.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position in Colorado is $175,000/year to $225,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors.

Base pay information is based on market location.