Space & Defense Quality Assurance Leader

Actalent; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k 8% match

Pension ~6% per year of salary

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead operations across defense, aerospace, and space programs. This role oversees ISO/AS9100 systems, audits, and continuous improvement across multiple sites, while partnering with engineering, manufacturing, and programs to embed quality throughout the lifecycle.

The position requires 13+ years in regulated QA, DoD clearance eligibility, and strong leadership with exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Qualifications

• 13+ years of progressive Quality Assurance experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting defense, aerospace, space, satellite, or other highly regulated industries.
• Multi-site quality management experience.
• Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the Quality Assurance program, ensuring quality, compliance, schedule, and financial objectives are achieved.
• Manage and maintain ISO/AS9100 quality management systems and ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement quality standards, inspection processes, testing methodologies, and corrective action programs.
• Direct internal and external audits, investigate quality issues, and drive root cause and corrective action activities.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams to incorporate quality requirements throughout the product lifecycle.
• Oversee calibration programs, inspection laboratories, documentation control, and quality records management.
• Monitor safety and environmental compliance requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop quality teams while supporting workforce planning and talent development.
• Serve as a primary interface with customers, suppliers, auditors, and government agencies on quality-related matters.
• Support strategic planning, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

ISO/AS9100

Leadership

Auditing

Stakeholder mgmt

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Actalent is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead operations across defense, aerospace, and space programs. This role oversees ISO/AS9100 systems, audits, and continuous improvement across multiple sites, while partnering with engineering, manufacturing, and programs to embed quality throughout the lifecycle.

The position requires 13+ years in regulated QA, DoD clearance eligibility, and strong leadership with exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.