Lead Software QA Engineer

Role Overview

• Establish and lead audits, monitor quality milestones, manage corrective actions and nonconformance documentation, and maintain comprehensive inspection and process records.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100D, FAR, contract, and regulatory requirements, provide quality metrics and reports, and deliver continuous improvement recommendations to management and stakeholders.
• Lead the development, execution, and improvement of QA programs covering logistics, inventory, supply chain, and sustainment.
• Establish, plan, and conduct internal audits and assessments to verify adherence to AS9100D, FAR, contract, and regulatory standards.
• Define and monitor quality milestones, KPIs, and performance metrics; identify trends and drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Track, document, and manage corrective actions and nonconformance reports; ensure timely and effective closure.
• Maintain thorough inspection records, audit reports, process documentation, and other QA artifacts for audit readiness.
• Develop, analyze, and submit quality and quality-control reports and metrics to management and customer stakeholders.
• Ensure program processes and deliverables meet applicable quality, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives, recommending changes to processes, procedures, and tools to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand and address quality-related concerns; represent QA in reviews, meetings, and audits.
• Collaborate with logistics, supply chain, engineering, and program management teams to embed quality into daily operations and decision-making.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of experience in quality assurance, quality control, or quality/compliance roles, preferably in DoD, aerospace, logistics, or other highly regulated technical environments.
• Proven experience developing and leading quality assurance programs, including audits, inspections, and nonconformance management.
• Demonstrated ability to track corrective actions, maintain comprehensive QA documentation, and support external audits.
• Experience preparing and delivering quality/control reports, dashboards, and continuous improvement recommendations to management and/or customers.
• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following (or closely related field): Information Technology (IT) / Cybersecurity / Computer Science (CS) / Information Systems (IS) / Data Science / Software Engineering
• OR equivalent DoD/Military training and experience in quality assurance, logistics/supply chain, or a related field.
• Active Secret clearance at time of hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI as required by the program.
• One or more of the following strongly preferred: CEH, CFR, Cloud+, GSEC, PenTest+, Security+ (Security+ CE acceptable), SSCP

Tech Stack

• Cloud
• Cyber Security
• TypeScript

Benefits

• healthcare benefits
• paid leave
• retirement plans
• insurance programs
• education and training assistance