AMEWAS is celebrating over 40 years of excellence in providing quality products, services and solutions to the Department of Defense (DoD), specializing in the scientific, engineering, and testing of the full spectrum of weapons development. We are headquartered in California, Maryland and operate satellite offices in Orlando, Florida and San Diego, California. 

At AMEWAS, you will find a diverse team of professionals that work to make a true difference in the operational support of our nation’s warfighters.  Our employees achieve success through continuous learning and high performance, and are consistently recognized by their customers and their peers. 

If you are ready to challenge yourself to do more, join our team today!

Be sure to check out the rest of our website at www.amewas.com to learn more about our company and our people.
 

AMEWAS is celebrating over 40 years of excellence in providing quality products, services and solutions to the Department of Defense (DoD), specializing in the scientific, engineering, and testing of the full spectrum of weapons development. We are headquartered in California, Maryland and operate satellite offices in Orlando, Florida and San Diego, California. 

At AMEWAS, you will find a diverse team of professionals that work to make a true difference in the operational support of our nation’s warfighters.  Our employees achieve success through continuous learning and high performance, and are consistently recognized by their customers and their peers. 

If you are ready to challenge yourself to do more, join our team today!

Be sure to check out the rest of our website at www.amewas.com to learn more about our company and our people.

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, Maryland #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers (California-Lexington Park, Maryland). To learn more about our surrounding location, please visit: Visit St. Mary’s.

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
• Excellent leadership/management skills 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 data analyzing and review skills
• 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 CMMI team appraisal
• Proficiency in SharePoint design and development
• Experience with risk management tools
• Experience with the decision, analysis and resolution processes
• Experience with services continuity and internal audits of quality systems
• The ability to write policies, procedures, work instructions and training materials
• Strong quality assurance training skills

Skills Crucial to Success at AMEWAS:

Candidates must have a customer-focused attitude with a high level of professionalism and discretion, and have the ability to work effectively with both management, and as part of a team, to meet project targets.

Physical Environment and Working Conditions:

The physical environment 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.  In some occasions, the employee may be required to report to offices or buildings near the work site.  In rare occasions, overnight travel may be required.

Refer a Friend:

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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 proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other legally protected class.

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.