Quality Manager- Receiving Inspection /Supplier Quality (Marion, VA)

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience to meet managerial expectations. J-STD_001, 002, IPC 610, MIL-STD-883, or NASA std’s certification may be required within 30 days of hire.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Applicants selected must be able to obtain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time after hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Developing mission-critical systems that help keep people safe is what we do. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

What you’ll do:

Leading the Receiving Inspection department, comparing purchased materials against standards, identifying defects and disposition resolutions, driving turn around time and high quality,  your talent will be front and center. You’ll participate in team meetings, collect, organize, and analyze project data, verify corrective action implementation, and verify implementation of rework. You’ll also perform and support audits, determine, and manage the handling of returned products, and author QA processing documentation. We’ll rely on you to determine and evaluate root causes, corrective actions and drive improvement to our yields, process compliance and efficiency. You'll leverage technology as part of our strategic improvement initiatives.  

What you’ll experience:

• Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often classified
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience to meet managerial expectations. 
• Skills to interpret specifications and customer requirement flowdowns and the know-how to apply and verify those requirements
• Knowledge of industry standards such as ISO9001, AS9100 
• Strong inter-personal and communication skills to work with colleagues and suppliers at all levels: Inspectors, Operators, Supply Chain, Engineers and Management 

What sets you apart:

• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success; knows how to break through complex problems and get things done 
• A passion for quality and relentless drive for continual improvement 

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran