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Job Description:
Parsons is seeking a highly experienced QA/QC Lead to join our Federal Solutions team. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in industrial quality management systems, NCR/CAPA processes, and quality governance on complex construction and manufacturing projects.
Parsons delivers programs on secure federal installations and complex industrial sites where quality failures can have significant safety, schedule, and mission consequences. Candidates must be rigorous, fair, and effective at working with contractors and client organizations.
An attractive Parsons compensation and benefits package is offered. This role provides the opportunity to lead quality governance on major defense and industrial manufacturing programs while strengthening Parsons’ quality management capabilities.
Position requires substantial on-site presence at client and federal facilities during construction and turnover phases, with travel as needed to support audits, inspections, and quality reviews.
This position is based near Little Rock, Arkansas and is part of a 4–5 year contract. During the first year, remote work is permitted. After the first year, the selected candidate will be required to either reside within commuting distance of Little Rock, AR or be willing to relocate to the area.
What You'll Be Doing:
QA/QC Leads establish and oversee the quality framework for the program, ensuring that design, procurement, construction, and turnover activities meet applicable standards and client requirements. You will lead independent audits, manage nonconformance and corrective-action processes, and drive a culture of quality across multi-party project teams.
Establish and implement the project quality management system, plans, and procedures aligned with client and applicable industry standards.
Lead independent quality audits and inspections of design, procurement, construction, and turnover activities.
Manage the nonconformance (NCR), corrective action, and preventive action processes; drive timely and effective closure.
Verify that contractor and vendor quality systems and deliverables meet contractual and technical requirements.
Review quality-related documentation including ITPs, material certificates, test records, and turnover packages.
Coordinate quality activities with project management, engineering, commissioning, and contractor quality personnel.
Prepare clear quality status reports, trend analyses, and briefings for project leadership and clients.
Support readiness reviews and turnover processes from a quality perspective.
Mentor quality specialists and inspection personnel; promote consistent quality practices across the program.
Additional office locations or hybrid arrangements may be considered upon request consistent with project demands.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
10+ years of experience in industrial QA/QC governance, quality management systems, and NCR/CAPA processes on complex construction or manufacturing projects.
Demonstrated experience directing or implementing quality management systems aligned with ISO 9001 or equivalent standards.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction, Quality, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
Strong knowledge of engineering and construction quality management practices, inspection, and auditing.
Proven ability to lead quality teams and work effectively with multi-party project organizations.
Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and problem-solving skills; high attention to detail.
Ability and willingness to deploy to client and federal sites for extended periods during construction, inspection, and turnover phases.
Must be able to pass a general background check.
Must be able to speak fluent English (ability to speak Korean is a plus)
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
ASQ certification (CQA, CQE, or equivalent) preferred.
Prior experience on defense manufacturing, high-hazard process, or large industrial facility projects.
Supervisory or lead experience in quality organizations.
Familiarity with material traceability, calibration, and M&TE control in manufacturing environments.
Security Clearance Requirement:
NoneThis position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $125,100.00 - $225,200.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of experience in industrial QA/QC governance, quality management systems, and NCR/CAPA processes on complex construction or manufacturing projects.
- Demonstrated experience directing or implementing quality management systems aligned with ISO 9001 or equivalent standards.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, Quality, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Strong knowledge of engineering and construction quality management practices, inspection, and auditing.
- Proven ability to lead quality teams and work effectively with multi-party project organizations.
- Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and problem-solving skills; high attention to detail.
- Ability and willingness to deploy to client and federal sites for extended periods during construction, inspection, and turnover phases.
- Must be able to pass a general background check.
- Must be able to speak fluent English.
- Ability to speak Korean.
- ASQ certification (CQA, CQE, or equivalent).
- Prior experience on defense manufacturing, high-hazard process, or large industrial facility projects.
- Supervisory or lead experience in quality organizations.
- Familiarity with material traceability, calibration, and M&TE control in manufacturing environments.
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
