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Job Title: Program Quality ManagerJob Category: Engineering and Technical SupportTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: NoneEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental US* * *

The Opportunity:Join CACI as a Program Quality Manager (PQM) supporting our Optical and Photonics Systems (OPS) Business Unit, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and mission assurance of cutting-edge space and airborne laser electro-optical communication systems. This position offers the chance to work with complex electronic, mechanical, and optical systems in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment.Responsibilities:

• Function as the primary customer interface representing mission assurance on assigned programs
• Perform assembly risk analysis on engineering build documentation of space and airborne laser electro-optical communication systems
• Review and inspect hardware and documentation for compliance, foreign object debris (FOD), workmanship, and improvement opportunities
• Engage with assembly technicians for process compliance verification and improvement
• Chair the Failure Review Boards to facilitate proper dispositions and Root Cause Analysis
• Create, compile, and maintain End Items Data Packages for program hardware
• Establish a rapport with process owners and develop a working knowledge of the end-to-end product realization details
• Perform program production and hardware configuration audits
• Represent Quality & Mission Assurance at various program reviews and review boards
• Support programs by interpreting and ensuring compliance to customer quality and MA requirements in program plans, specifications, and product drawings.
• Support customer audits, meetings, and milestone reviews representing program quality
• Coordinate, present, and champion quality plans, corrective actions, and recovery activities
• Monitor program supplier performance and issue corrective actions as appropriate
• Present program quality issues to management and customers for resolution
• Interface with site quality leadership to elevate system issues
• Assist with creation of inspection criteria and implementation of an operator self-inspection program
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to meet program-specific and corporate goals
• Write quality process documents, work instructions, and inspection guides as needed
• Create and conduct training on quality assurance topics as appropriate
• Some Travel may be expected for this position (up to 25%)

Qualifications:

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field
• Direct applicable experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• 7+ years of experience in electronic, optoelectronic, and/or opto-mechanical manufacturing highly desirable
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication abilities
• Proactive, responsible, organized, and self-motivated work ethic
• Ability to work in various environments including manufacturing labs, offices, and cleanrooms
• Capability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods
• Occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs
• Experience with aerospace and defense Prime Contractors and space flight programs
• Operational knowledge of AS9100 QMS
• In-depth system level failure investigation and resolution experience
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA, CSQP) or similar professional certifications
• Excellent work habits (proactive, responsible, organized, self-motivated, etc.)
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$90,800 - $199,700