TPS - Senior Quality Assurance Manager - Naval Test Wing Atlantic (NTWL) - Patuxent River, MD
Vertex Aerospace •
Position Type: Permanent
Job Description:
Principle Accountabilities LI-MR1
- Manages the quality and safety programs to ensure compliance under the Contact.
- Conducts quality and safety inspections/audits of the contract operations and subcontractors.
- Prepares QA/Safety/Haz Waste programs, manuals and revisions.
- Provides response to customer concerns and findings. Tracks corrective actions taken in response to internal and customer audit findings.
- Acts as a direct representative of V2X to the local Navy point of contact.
- Monitors the weight & balance, FOD, Calibration, nondestructive testing, corrosion prevention, tool control, and ground safety programs along with other programs assigned.
- Established and communicates program metrics as needed.
- Maintains awareness of regulatory changes and disseminates safety-related bulletins, technical changes and literature to work site personnel.
- Investigates mishaps and injuries.
- Maintains technical Library.
- Ensures compliance with V2X programs, FAA, and government directives.
- Ensures Airworthiness Directive compliance and aircraft configuration.
- Ensures Modification and Maintenance is conducted utilizing approved data.
- Monitors quality deficiencies and coordinates corrective actions.
- Manages the inspection branch, including inspection requirements, trend analysis, technical order publication library, maintenance training programs, and functional check flight programs.
- Provides guidance and direction to achieve compliance with all applicable safety and quality standards.
- Provides leadership and knowledge to staff members and teams as necessary.
- Comply with all current sections of COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series applicable to aircraft maintenance and ALSS.
- Working knowledge of technical publications, NAMP and NALCOMIS aircraft maintenance applications.
- Perform other job related duties as may be assigned.
Knowledge & Skills
- Project planning and management skills.
- Ability to get results through influence, negotiations, and teamwork.
- Proven leadership ability.
- In depth knowledge of quality management, its concepts, techniques, tools, and procedures.
- Knowledge of Safe working techniques and procedures.
- Ability to plan and schedule maintenance work requirements.
- Requires working technical knowledge of aircraft, machinery, facilities, and equipment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude to offer technical direction in all maintenance areas.
- Understand technical language terms in associated field.
- Ability to interact effectively with personnel at all organizational levels.
- Ability to use a computer.
- Must have full knowledge of COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series and the RDT&E community.
Experience & Education
- Bachelors degree in an associated discipline. Two (2) years experience in contracts or related field may be substituted for each year of the four (4) years of college.
- A&P License/FAA Certification desirable but not required.
- Eight to ten (8-10) years experience in any combination with the following areas: Quality Assurance/Improvement, ISO-9000, and /or Safety & Environmental Compliance.
- Two (2) years Management experience preferred.
- Completion of specialized courses in aircraft structural repair is required.
Physical 
Job Requirements:
Requirements / Working Environment
- May work in aircraft maintenance hangar or outside.
- May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.
- May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.
- May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.
- Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.
- Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
- Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
- May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
- May be required to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.
- Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales.
- Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
- Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
- May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, APU, etc.
Travel
What We Bring
- At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.
- The successful candidate's starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.
- Provided salary range minimum and maximum values correspond to variances between regional/geographic locations across the United States.
- Please speak with a recruiter for additional information.
- Employee benefits include the following:
- Healthcare coverage
- Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
- Retirement plan
- Wellness programs
- Paid time off, including holidays.
- Learning and Development resources
- Employee assistance resources
Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. V2X is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.
Job Ident #:
TPSSE011016
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