Quality Manager Job Portsmouth area,Virginia USA,Quality Assurance

Posted Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Jered, a PAR Systems company supporting the U.S. Navy and Department of Defense, is seeking a Manager of Site Quality & Compliance to lead Quality, Regulatory, and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs at our Norfolk, Virginia operation.

Success Criteria

In this leadership role, you will drive site quality performance, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness while supporting critical Navy and defense programs. Success will be measured by your ability to establish scalable quality systems, ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements, and drive continuous improvement across fabrication, welding, machining, assembly, and field service operations.

You will serve as the primary quality representative for customers, government agencies, auditors, and internal stakeholders while leading efforts to reduce rework, improve process capability, strengthen audit readiness, and promote a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence.

This role is ideal for a hands‑on quality leader who combines technical expertise with strong operational leadership in highly regulated manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

8+ years of experience supporting U.S. Navy, DoD, shipyard, maritime, or regulated manufacturing programs.
Strong knowledge of NAVSEA requirements, military specifications, and shipyard quality systems.
Experience supporting welding, fabrication, inspection, and NDT programs.
Leadership experience managing quality, inspection, or compliance teams.
Experience with NCR, MRB, CAPA, root cause analysis, and audit management.
Experience working with DCMA, SUPSHIP, customers, and government representatives.
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and EHS programs.
Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, procedures, and contractual requirements.
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Valid U.S. Driver's License.
Ability to access military installations and shipyards.
Willingness to travel as needed.
U.S. Person
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or related field, preferred.
Experience with Navy welding requirements (S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248), preferred.
Experience overseeing NDT programs (T9074-AS-GIB-010/271), preferred.
ERP and Quality Management System (QMS) experience, preferred.

Technical Environment

Jered supports advanced manufacturing, fabrication, repair, and engineered systems programs for U.S. Navy and defense customers involving:

Heavy fabrication and welding operations
Shipboard installation and repair activities
Custom engineered equipment and handling systems
Inspection, testing, and verification programs
Highly regulated manufacturing environments
Multi‑site operational and compliance coordination

Standards & Systems:

NAVSEA technical publications and military specifications
NQA‑1 and ISO 9001 quality systems
Navy welding and NDT requirements
NCR, MRB, CAPA, and audit management processes
OSHA and industrial EHS compliance programs
ERP and Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Key Responsibilities

Site Quality & Compliance Leadership

Lead Quality, Compliance, and EHS programs for the Norfolk operation.
Develop and mentor inspectors and quality personnel.
Monitor quality KPIs, audit findings, rework trends, and compliance risks.
Partner with Operations to integrate quality into execution planning.

Operational Readiness & Quality Systems

Implement and maintain corporate quality management processes.
Ensure inspection strategies, staffing, and compliance controls support operational growth.
Oversee inspection, testing, and verification activities across manufacturing and field operations.
Lead NCR, MRB, CAPA, corrective action, and continuous improvement efforts.

Regulatory & Customer Compliance

Ensure compliance with NAVSEA, DoD, OSHA, ABS, ISO 9001, and contractual requirements.
Serve as the primary interface for customers, DCMA, SUPSHIP, auditors, and government representatives.
Lead internal and external audits and drive timely corrective action closure.
Maintain certification records, inspection documentation, and quality data packages.
Lead site Environmental Health & Safety…