Vitesse Systems is looking for a Quality Manager to join the team in Longmont, Colorado! The Quality Manager is the independent owner of the Mission of QA, which is to verify compliance of all product and processes, and facilitate company-wide process improvement.
About Vitesse Systems
Vitesse Systems is a leading provider of highly engineered antenna, thermal management, and mission critical solutions used in radar, electronic warfare and C5ISR applications. No challenge is too difficult for the Vitesse Team. From complex specification driven requirements to precision manufactured components, Vitesse Systems has the experience and expertise needed to execute.
Our Core Values
Our core values of Integrity, Initiative, Impact, and Integration translate to an environment where every team member is valued and rewarded. The mission-critical solutions we design and manufacture at Vitesse make our country and our world safer.
Our Benefits
- 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off
- 10 Paid Company Observed Holidays
- Birthday & Anniversary Incentives
- 401K Employer Match
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Company-paid Short & Long-term Disability
- Continuing Education Reimbursement Program
- Generous Referral Program
The Role
This leader is responsible for measuring and reporting successful realization of the QA mission to on-site and platform-level management. Successful leadership of this business unit involves effective management of People, Processes, and Performance in QA and across the company. The compliance and regulatory environment includes AS9100 compliance, Nadcap compliance, and wide-ranging customer-specific requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Safety and 5S measures5S of QA rating as world classSafety culture and environment in QA world classQuality measures :Company warranty returns below goalQA escapes below goalNo Major customer and external audit findingsDelivery measures :Internal audit completion on timeNonconformance process cycle time below goalManagement QMS review completion on timeCost control measures :Inspection budget vs actual hours below goalQA direct time vs indirect time below goalQA direct time vs manufacturing direct time below goalCost of Poor-Quality reported company-wide to facilitate department-specific improvementsOther duties as assignedQualifications & Experience
B.S. Degree in an Engineering or related discipline3-5 years of Quality, Engineering, or related experience including MRB authority / participation.Knowledge of International Standard ISO 9001 and AS9100 Quality Management SystemsAS9100 Lead Auditor certified highly desiredExperience in Aerospace IndustryCertification by the American Society for Quality (ASQ) as a Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB), or Certified Quality Manager (CQMgr) preferredKnowledge of manufacturing and quality practicesExperience with quality improvement tools and techniques (i.e., Lean, Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control, and Failure Mode & Effects Analysis)Detailed familiarity with ISO 17025 and ANSI Z540Detailed familiarity with CMM programmingDetailed familiarity with drawing review with specific GD&T experienceAbility to obtain a DoD Secret clearanceDemonstrated leadership, project management, facilitation, and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication skills (oral and written) for liaising and communicating with customers, and internal departmentsStandard development and implementationProcess ImprovementAbility to multi-task, make decisions, and maintain accountabilityAbility to interface directly with cross-functional teams and to build and maintain lasting relationships with other departments and key business partnersAbility to motivate, lead, and manage employeesMust provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.Ability to pass a drug screen per Vitesse's drug testing policy.Ability to pass a criminal background check per Vitesse's policy.Vitesse Systems, LLC Performs Work Controlled By The International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) And Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These Statutes Require The Protection Of Technical Data And Products. The Regulations Require That Such Data Not Be Disclosed In Written, Oral, Or Visual Form To Any Foreign National Without Prior Export Authorization From The Department Of State.
Vitesse Systems, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action (EEO / AA) Veterans / Disabled Employer.
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