Quality Manager

Amentum, a large government contract company, is seeking Quality Manager to support the WEXMAC Camp East Montana Detention Facility contract in El Paso, TX.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Quality Manager is responsible for ensuring effective and efficient execution of the quality program by leading and managing QC personnel in the operation and maintenance of the Program’s Quality Management System (QMS).

Other duties include:

• Coordinates with Government and Contractor senior management to maintain Quality Assurance and safety programs IAW policies, processes, procedures and controls.

• Manages Contractor Quality Inspectors.

• Manages the quality and/or safety programs to ensure compliance under the contract.

• Conducts quality and safety inspections/audits of the contract operations and sub-contractors.

• Develops Quality Assurance/Safety/Hazardous Waste programs, manual and revisions.

• Conducts research, develops corrective action alternatives and tracks responses for problem areas identified in internal and customer audit findings.

• Coordinates with the local USG Compliance point of contact.

• Manages the inspection team, including inspection requirements, trend analysis, technical order publication library, and maintenance programs.

• Provides guidance and direction to achieve compliance with all applicable safety and quality standards.

• Provides leadership and knowledge to staff members and teams as necessary.

• Develop staff and methodology to fulfill duties and communicate program metrics as needed.

• Maintains awareness of regulatory changes and disseminates safety-related bulletins, technical changes and literature to work site personnel. Investigates mishaps and injuries.

• Oversees Technical Library.

• Ensures compliance with company programs, Department of Homeland Security, and Government directives.

• Ensures modification and maintenance activities are conducted utilizing applicable documents.

• Monitors quality deficiencies and coordinates corrective actions.

• Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in preparing and enforcing QMS programs on contracts of similar size and complexity.

• Knowledge and experience includes, but is not limited to: construction methods, engineering, estimating, equipment, materials, contract administration, subcontractor management, claim negotiations, project controls, labor relations, finance, manpower development and utilization and the development and maintenance of customer and competition contacts.

• Strong management skills

• Experience in corrections, law enforcement, or institutional compliance preferred.

• Strong knowledge of detention facility regulations and operational standards.

• Excellent communication, effective leadership and interpersonal skills.

• Extensive knowledge of Department of Defense, Navy and United States government structure and agency procedures and policies for identifying and developing potential business opportunities.

• Knowledge of various computer skills is desirable (ex: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SeeSOR, SharePoint, etc.).

• Organizational skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work are required.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in an associated discipline preferred; two (2) years of experience in related field may be substituted for each year of the four (4) years of college.

WORKING AND LIVING CONDITIONS

This position may be located in an environment with harsh and dangerous working and living conditions. Employees must be willing and able to perform regular job requirements in this environment. Employees must be willing and able to perform physical activities including, but not limited to, heavy lifting and moving of items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum; climbing in and out of equipment; crawling; and working outdoors. This includes being able to lift and carry 40 pounds of personal protective equipment for extended periods of time and being capable of running and ‘duck & cover’ during emergencies without putting oneself or others at risk.

OTHER RESPONSIBILTIES
Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.