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OPSWAT

Quality Control Manager

OPSWAT, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646

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Quality Engineer at OPSWAT OPSWAT is a global leader in IT, OT, and ICD critical infrastructure cybersecurity, delivering an end‑to‑end platform that protects public and private sector organizations and enterprises.

The Position Lead the development and maturity of OPSWAT’s internal supply chain for hardware that supports its cybersecurity products. Own end-to-end quality for servers, desktops, kiosks, and IoT devices—from supplier qualification and secure imaging to tamper‑evident packaging and field performance.

This role expands the scope of our existing Quality Control Program to include secure supply‑chain leadership, HBOM/signing standards, and chain‑of‑custody controls.

Oversee documentation for internal, government, and oversight audiences and maintain a hardware/technical library used across OPSWAT. This is an in‑office position based in our Yobor City warehouse.

What You Will Be Doing

Develop and implement quality & supply‑chain procedures

Design and execute comprehensive quality control plans to ensure the highest performance and reliability standards across all hardware SKUs

Mature a supply‑chain risk management program

Define tamper‑evident, chain‑of‑custody packaging and document each custody event from CM/ODM to customer delivery

Secure imaging, firmware integrity, and updates

Conduct thorough testing of all outbound customer orders

Lead functional, performance, stress, environmental, and ESD‑safe handling tests; maintain calibrated fixtures and golden‑unit references

Implement acceptance sampling (ISO 9001:2015) for inbound materials and critical components; manage containment and disposition

Collaborate with Cross — Functional Teams Partner with Hardware/Software Engineering (image content & signing), Product (roadmaps), Security (policy), PSIRT (vulnerability response), Legal (attestations/export), Sourcing (supplier risk), Finance (scrap/RMA), and Support (field feedback) to integrate quality throughout the lifecycle.

Analyze and Report Data Build dashboards and publish weekly metrics to drive decisions and continuous improvement: First‑Pass Yield, Supplier PPM/DPPM, OTIF, order accuracy, RMA rate by defect code, fulfillment cycle time, scan compliance, audit pass rate, and containment lead time.

Ensure Compliance

Mature and maintain our ISO 9001:2015 QMS Program

Align controls to ISO 9001:2015 and public‑sector requirements as applicable

Prepare audit evidence for customers and oversight agencies; maintain an auditable library of SOPs, work instructions, control plans, HBOMs, certificates, shipping attestations, and 8D reports

Drive Continuous Improvement

Lead PFMEA (Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis) and DVP&R (Design Verification Plan & Report) for new SKUs; apply SPC to reduce variability

Translate field learnings into supplier scorecards and engineering changes with measurable impact

What We Need From You 5+ years in quality control or manufacturing quality, ideally in hardware, embedded systems, or security appliances/OT‑adjacent products (e.g., data diodes, kiosks, secure gateways). Demonstrated ownership of secure imaging, HBOM management, and firmware signing/verification and update processes.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of hardware testing methodologies, tools, and best practices; familiarity with automated test frameworks

Hands‑on with AQL sampling, SPC, PFMEA, DVP&R, and 8D problem solving

Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 QMS, and public‑sector procurement constraints (CMMC)

Leadership & Communication

Proven ability to mentor teams in Quality functions, collaborate across functions, and present technical information to senior leadership and customers

Comfortable in a dynamic environment; excellent organization and time management; meticulous documentation habits

Tools

Proficiency with PLM/QMS (e.g., Arena/Agile), ERP/WMS, scripting for test automation (Python/PowerShell), and dashboarding (e.g., Power BI)

Certifications (preferred)

Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), CQA/CMQ/OE, CPSM, or ISO 9001 auditor credentials

OPSWAT is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are extended to all employees and applicants, free of discrimination and harassment of any type. All employment decisions are based on individual qualifications, job requirements, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Quality Assurance

Industries Computer and Network Security

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