Peraton · 16 hours ago
Quality Systems Manager (ISO, CMMI, FAA)
Bethesda, MD, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$86K/yr - $138K/yr
10+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. The Quality Systems Manager role supports program and project leadership by ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and internal policies while overseeing quality management systems and continuous improvement efforts.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform process and product evaluations (audits) to ensure compliance with:
Customer and vendor contract requirements
Program policies, procedures, and quality standards
Verify software and system lifecycle processes, including:
Verification and Validation (V&V) activities
Independent reviews and inspections
Artifact control and audit readiness
Conduct and/or oversee Quality Control (QC) activities across installation or project locations, including:
Quality surveillance
Process and deliverable inspections
Compliance audits and reviews
Monitor subcontractor and supplier quality performance
Validate objective evidence supporting compliance and acceptance
Support customer acceptance and readiness activities
Identify, document, and track non-conformances and corrective actions to closure
Support implementation and maintenance of the Quality System Plan (QSP)
Establish, maintain, and govern quality processes and procedures
Measure and monitor quality performance metrics
Conduct internal audits and support external/customer audits
Lead or support corrective and preventive action (CAPA) efforts
Promote continuous process improvement across programs
Qualification
Required
10 years of experience, may have supervisory or lead experience
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a public trust clearance
Experience in quality systems, quality assurance, or compliance roles
Experience performing audits, inspections, or quality surveillance activities
Knowledge of software/system lifecycle processes and V&V practices
Familiarity with ISO, CMMI, and structured quality management frameworks
Experience documenting and tracking non-conformances and corrective actions
Ability to interpret contractual and regulatory quality requirements
Strong analytical, documentation, and reporting skills
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to work across technical teams, program leadership, and external stakeholders
Preferred
Experience supporting aviation, FAA, defense, or other regulated environments
Experience with AS9100D-compliant quality systems
Background in supplier/subcontractor quality management
Experience supporting multi-site or field installation programs
Benefits
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Terjesen
Chief Information Officer
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