Quality Program Manager with Security Clearance

Overview Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client. The Work The Quality Program Manager to lead and oversee the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our Quality Management Program. This role will play a critical part in ensuring compliance with performance standards and contractual requirements, performing exhaustive analyses, and driving initiatives to enhance quality and operational efficiency.

This position aligns with Cayuse's core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables. Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities
* Develop and Implement Quality Programs:

* Develop, implement, and sustain the Quality Management Program, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, industry standards, and contract requirements.

* Create and maintain the Quality Program Plan (QPP) to ensure alignment with the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and related quality standards.

* Quality Assessments and Reporting:

* Design, maintain, and execute a robust surveillance schedule and lead comprehensive internal audits, ensuring thorough coverage of processes and deliverables.

* Prepare and deliver Monthly Quality Status Reports, presenting detailed metrics and analysis for internal and external stakeholders, including Federal or defense contracting entities.

* Performance Measurement and Monitoring:

* Evaluate compliance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) standards, Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs), deliverables, staffing commitments, and overall performance objectives.

* Monitor and leverage performance data to ensure contractual obligations and operational goals exceed expectations.

* Root-Cause Analysis & Continuous Improvement:

* Oversee and lead root-cause analyses, corrective action plans, preventive action measures, and trend analyses.

* Verify closure of identified issues and track measureable progress through structured processes to ensure sustained improvement.

* Coordinate closely with site quality focal points to facilitate program consistency and quality execution.

* Ensure independent execution of quality functions, maintaining a clear boundary of responsibilities to avoid conflicts of interest when site data support is provided.

* Support team cross-training efforts and ensure seamless coverage of critical quality functions.

* Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Qualifications - Here's What You Need The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client's requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order.

Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.
* Bachelor's degree in quality, engineering, business administration, operations, or a related field (equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of a degree).

* A minimum of 8+ years of experience in quality assurance, compliance, or technical operations, with at least 3+ years leading a quality program on a Federal or defense contract.

* Proven expertise in audit planning, quality metrics development, PWS/AQL interpretation, root-cause analysis, data analysis, and customer reporting.

* Top Secret/ SCI Clearance is required.

* Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment. Minimum

Skills:

* Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.

* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

* Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.

* Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast…