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Corporate Quality Assurance Manager - Portsmouth, VA
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Corporate Quality Assurance Manager - Portsmouth, VA
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ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS – Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. This position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. All positions are onsite, unless otherwise stated.
Global - a 1st Flagship Company, a woman-owned small business, is committed to Individual Accountability, Growth, Integrity, and Respect. As a leader in Marine Support Services and Emergency Management, we proudly supported the Department of the Navy since 1964.
What You’ll Be Doing The QA Manager oversees all quality assurance and control activities for ship repair, modernization, and maintenance projects. This role ensures compliance with federal contracts, NAVSEA Standard Items, JFMM, and ISO/AS standards. The QA Manager leads audits, develops and enforces inspection procedures, and provides technical oversight to guarantee all production, testing, and certification activities meet contractual and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain the company Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 9001, NAVSEA Standard Items, and applicable standards.
Plan and conduct internal and external quality audits, inspections, and surveillance for all ship repair and maintenance projects.
Ensure compliance with federal contract specifications, drawings, process instructions, and regulatory codes.
Monitor subcontractors and suppliers for adherence to quality requirements.
Develop project-specific Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs) and coordinate with government QA representatives (NAVSEA, SUPSHIP, MARMC, MSC).
Oversee inspections of materials, welds, electrical systems, coatings, and structural repairs; implement NC/CAPA processes.
Lead, train, and mentor QA inspectors, test personnel, and production teams.
Coordinate with project managers and production supervisors to integrate quality standards into workflow.
Maintain inspection records, certifications, and quality data; prepare metrics, trend analyses, and reports for management.
Serve as the primary liaison for quality matters between the company, customers, and regulatory authorities.
Minimum Education Required Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum 7‑10 years QA/QC experience in shipyard or maritime industrial environments, including federal ship repair contracts.
Knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items, JFMM 4790.3, welding/electrical/mechanical inspection standards (AWS D1.1, ASME B31.1, SSPC QP), and NDT methods (VT, MT, PT, RT, UT).
QA certifications preferred: QA Inspector, NDT Level II/III, Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, ASQ Quality Manager.
Strong leadership, technical analysis, and communication skills; ability to interface with government QA representatives.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality documentation software.
Ability to train, mentor, and develop QA personnel.
Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
Benefit Highlights Include
Comprehensive Medical (Blue Shield PPO), Dental, and Vision Insurance
11 Paid Holidays Per Year
16 Days PTO/Sick Time Per Year
Matching 401K (50% Match up to 8%)
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Global- a 1st Flagship Company is an E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. As a federal contractor all employment offers are contingent on passing a pre‑employment background check and drug screen.
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Corporate Quality Assurance Manager - Portsmouth, VA
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VetJobs .
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS – Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. This position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. All positions are onsite, unless otherwise stated.
Global - a 1st Flagship Company, a woman-owned small business, is committed to Individual Accountability, Growth, Integrity, and Respect. As a leader in Marine Support Services and Emergency Management, we proudly supported the Department of the Navy since 1964.
What You’ll Be Doing The QA Manager oversees all quality assurance and control activities for ship repair, modernization, and maintenance projects. This role ensures compliance with federal contracts, NAVSEA Standard Items, JFMM, and ISO/AS standards. The QA Manager leads audits, develops and enforces inspection procedures, and provides technical oversight to guarantee all production, testing, and certification activities meet contractual and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain the company Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 9001, NAVSEA Standard Items, and applicable standards.
Plan and conduct internal and external quality audits, inspections, and surveillance for all ship repair and maintenance projects.
Ensure compliance with federal contract specifications, drawings, process instructions, and regulatory codes.
Monitor subcontractors and suppliers for adherence to quality requirements.
Develop project-specific Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs) and coordinate with government QA representatives (NAVSEA, SUPSHIP, MARMC, MSC).
Oversee inspections of materials, welds, electrical systems, coatings, and structural repairs; implement NC/CAPA processes.
Lead, train, and mentor QA inspectors, test personnel, and production teams.
Coordinate with project managers and production supervisors to integrate quality standards into workflow.
Maintain inspection records, certifications, and quality data; prepare metrics, trend analyses, and reports for management.
Serve as the primary liaison for quality matters between the company, customers, and regulatory authorities.
Minimum Education Required Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum 7‑10 years QA/QC experience in shipyard or maritime industrial environments, including federal ship repair contracts.
Knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items, JFMM 4790.3, welding/electrical/mechanical inspection standards (AWS D1.1, ASME B31.1, SSPC QP), and NDT methods (VT, MT, PT, RT, UT).
QA certifications preferred: QA Inspector, NDT Level II/III, Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, ASQ Quality Manager.
Strong leadership, technical analysis, and communication skills; ability to interface with government QA representatives.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality documentation software.
Ability to train, mentor, and develop QA personnel.
Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
Benefit Highlights Include
Comprehensive Medical (Blue Shield PPO), Dental, and Vision Insurance
11 Paid Holidays Per Year
16 Days PTO/Sick Time Per Year
Matching 401K (50% Match up to 8%)
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Global- a 1st Flagship Company is an E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. As a federal contractor all employment offers are contingent on passing a pre‑employment background check and drug screen.
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