Quality Manager

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Location: Silverdale, Washington (Bangor)

Type: Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time

Compensation: $-$/annually (Tessera's compensation strategy positions new employees between the minimum and midpoint of this range, depending on qualifications and experience.)

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan, life & short‑term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an engaging wellness program

Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose‑driven culture, our core values—Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity—and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

• Develop, implement, and rigorously enforce a comprehensive Quality Management System (QMS) tailored to the specific requirements of the government contract.
• Assume full authority and responsibility for ensuring all contract performance objectives and standards are consistently met or exceeded.
• Maintain a direct reporting line to a senior corporate official, ensuring independent quality oversight and decision‑making separate from the Project Manager.
• Maintain a consistent on‑site presence during the government’s regular working hours to actively monitor and manage quality operations.
• Lead the identification, documentation, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) to address quality issues.
• Conduct regular quality audits, inspections, and reviews to identify potential risks, non‑conformances, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit all required quality‑related documentation, reports, and certifications to both internal stakeholders and the government client.
• Drive initiatives for continuous improvement within the QMS and overall contract performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, maintenance, quality systems, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 5–8 years of experience in quality management or a closely related industry.
• Must possess a current CMQ/OE (Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence) certification.
• Experience in preparing, implementing, and enforcing QMS programs on government contracts of similar size, scope, and complexity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex quality concepts to diverse audiences.
• Available and able to return to the contract site within two hours of a government request made outside of regular working hours.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must have perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

• A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ‑compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military , in accordance with the REAL  (see https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E‑Verify will be conducted for this position.

Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.

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Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at (360) 475‑0756 ext. 349 or email recruiting.

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled. Tessera participates in E‑Verify.