At AMEWAS, we don’t just support defense- we shape it. For over 40 years, we’ve been a trusted partner of the Department of Defense (DoD) by providing cutting-edge engineering, testing, and evaluation for U.S. Navy weapons systems.

Our people are the heart of our mission. Across our headquarters in California, Maryland, and offices in Orlando, FL, and San Diego, CA, you'll find a diverse and driven team committed to making a real impact for our Nation’s Warfighters.

If you're ready to grow your skills, be challenged by meaningful work, and contribute to something bigger…this is where you belong.

Come do work that matters. Join AMEWAS.
 

The Position:

AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Quality Assurance (Systems Manager)-Senior to support the AMEWAS Corporate Office. The salary range of this position is $110,000.00 - $135,000.00 and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.

About the location: 

California, MD is Maryland’s #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers. To learn more about the surrounding area, please visit: www.visitstmarysmd.com

A typical day as a Quality Assurance (Systems Manager)-Senior may include:

• Develops and maintains Management Systems based on company strategic goals and milestones demonstrating solid progress against the plan
• Manages all external registration requirements to ensure they are met
• Works with external bodies on all matters relating to registration
• Maintains and improves business needs
• Implements all relevant procedures described in the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Ensures that all in-house systems and procedures are updated, revised; ensures that all systems are modified to meet the needs of internal processes and external certification bodies
• Updates quality documentation and communication to carry forward lessons learned from quality concerns
• Ensures that all necessary systems and procedures are in place to satisfy all company and customer requirements/audits
• Introduces new systems and procedures where appropriate based on direction of senior management
• Trains others in all aspects of the quality system and application of procedures
• Undertakes regular internal and process audits of the QMS
• Ensures corrective actions are taken to address non-conformities found
• Verifies closure of non-conformities with Certification Bodies
• Holds routine management review meetings within the business and with Certification Bodies
• Manages the audit nonconformity database
• Provides detailed analysis of nonconformities
• Ensures ongoing compliance with the Quality Management System as all scoped standards required
• Attends various meetings and communicates instructions
• Produces written reports/Creates presentations
• Undertakes continuous training and development
• Identifies business improvement opportunities within the organization
• Develops, implements and manages key performance indicators (KPIs) for each area of responsibility
• Sets department objectives/KPIs and reviews/assess ongoing performance of direct reports
• Ensures KPIs are met by working to the overall plan (including management) and reporting
• Reports on achievement of targets and identifies actions required
• Conducts risk assessment of process and tasking
• Motivates and coaches the team to operational success
• Promotes high standards through personal example so that each member understands the expectations of the team
• Reviews, implements and updates performance reviews/risk assessments
• Communicates KPIs from the strategic annual plan to leadership

Must-haves:

• BS Degree: HS Diploma or equivalent with 3 years of relevant experience may qualify
• 6 years of relevant work experience
• Experience with CMMI team appraisals and ISO Audits
• In-depth knowledge of the CMMI model
• Experience with decision, analysis and resolution processes
• Experience with Corrective Action and Preventive Action (CAPA)
• Experience with internal audits of quality systems
• Experience with writing policies, procedures, work instructions and training material documents
• Strong gap-analysis skills and experience with assessing QA compliance
• Excellent leadership/management and interpersonal skills
• The ability to manage a variety of cross-functional team members
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Experience leading presentations
• Organizational and follow-up skills
• Competence in problem-solving, team-building, planning, decision-making and compliance awareness
• Excellent experience analyzing and reviewing date
• Strong technical and computer skills
• Attention to detail
• The ability to teach and mentor
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance

Desired Skills:

• CMMI certification
• Experience with SharePoint design and management
• Experience with risk management tools
• Experience with service continuity
• Strong quality assurance training skills
• Technical writing skills

Skills Crucial to Success at AMEWAS:

Candidates must demonstrate a customer-focused mindset, professionalism, and discretion, while working collaboratively with management and teams to meet objectives. Candidates should be hard-working individuals with strong attention to detail and the ability to foster a positive, team-oriented culture.

Physical Environment and Working Conditions:

The physical environment for this position requires the employee to work in an office, sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday.  Work is physically comfortable. The employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc.

The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site or near the work site. On rare occasions, overnight travel may be required. 

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Here’s an added perk: If you’re a current AMEWAS employee and your referral is hired, you could earn a referral bonus!

Our Excellent Benefits and Perks:

Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and creativity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, creative work teams, and the opportunity to grow in their career. We also provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
• Generous tuition and training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonuses
• Employee longevity recognition
• Community involvement and outreach
• Team building events
• Recognition program
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mobile service discount
• Fitness reimbursement program

AMEWAS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Recruiting department via phone at 301-863-7102 or email at recruiting@amewas.com.

AMEWAS participates in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

Please note: AMEWAS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters.