Quality Assurance (QA) Process Advisor
DON SAP IT – TO2 | CONTINGENT HIRE
Compensation
Approximately $139,354 annually (Mission Assurance Analyst Level 3 target rate)
Clearance
Current/active TS/SCI required
Location
Program sites include JBAB, Annapolis Junction, MD, and future Landover, MD; final worksite depends on responsibilities/program need.
Employment
Full-Time | Contingent Hire
Position Summary
Advises the program on quality assurance, process management, mission assurance, compliance, and continuous improvement in a technical, high-security environment.
Responsibilities
Develop, improve, assess, and audit quality processes for technical or mission-focused program activities.
Track team projects and quality-related actions.
Track and support the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).
Apply quality frameworks and process-improvement principles, including ISO 9001, CMMI, and Lean/Six Sigma.
Provide clear quality, process, documentation, and advisory support to program stakeholders.
Support mission-assurance, risk, compliance, and process-improvement activities in a fast-paced classified environment.
Required Qualifications
Current/active TS/SCI clearance.
Experience in quality assurance, process management, mission assurance, or a related discipline.
Demonstrated experience developing, improving, and auditing quality processes in technical or mission-focused programs.
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, CMMI, and Lean/Six Sigma principles.
Lean Six Sigma certification, Green Belt or higher.
Prior experience supporting government or Intelligence Community programs.
Excellent communication, documentation, and advisory skills.
Level 3 guidance: generally 5–8 years with a BS/BA, 3–5 years with an MS/MA, or 0–2 years with a PhD.
Important Contingent-Hire Notice
This is a contingent-hire opportunity supporting staffing preparation for the DON SAP IT TO2 program. Employment is contingent upon program requirements, customer/prime approval, funding, and final staffing authorization. Candidates should review the vacancy requirements before any program discussion or interview.
Skills Required
- Current/active TS/SCI clearance
- Experience in quality assurance, process management, mission assurance, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience developing, improving, and auditing quality processes in technical or mission-focused programs
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, CMMI, and Lean/Six Sigma principles
- Lean Six Sigma certification, Green Belt or higher
- Prior experience supporting government or Intelligence Community programs
- Excellent communication, documentation, and advisory skills
- Level 3 experience guidance (generally 5-8 years with a BS/BA; 3-5 years with an MS/MA; 0-2 years with a PhD)
What We Do
Sandy Mac Evolution LLC (SME) is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) delivering cleared mission support and professional services across federal, defense, and government environments. The company specializes in operational, administrative, technical, and IT support through vetted cleared professionals, connecting top talent with impactful roles across government missions and prime contractor teams, bringing disciplined, veteran-led leadership to every engagement.
