Corporate Quality Assurance Manager

Here at Global - a 1st Flagship Company (), a woman-owned small business, we are committed to Individual Accountability, Growth, Integrity, and Respect. As a leader in Marine Support Services and Emergency Management, we have proudly supported the Department of the Navy since 1964, managing, operating , and maintaining the U.S. Navy fleet in locations such as Philadelphia, Bremerton, California, and Hawaii.

Buckle up for an adrenaline-fueled journey on military vessels such as destroyers, aircraft carriers, and an array of other awe-inspiring Navy vessels! Your golden opportunity for an exhilarating career is knocking - are you ready to answer the call? The journey begins here - with Global- a 1st Flagship Company , where we are currently looking for a Corporate Quality Assurance Manager to join our team.

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.

Qualifications :

Benefit Highlights Include :

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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