Quality Lead

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

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Required

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• Strong hands-on experience in manufacturing quality execution rn
• Working knowledge of AS9100D and aerospace quality practices rn
• Experience with NCR, containment, and root cause analysis rn
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications rn
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills rn
• Ability to manage confidential and export-controlled information (ITAR) rn

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Preferred

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• Experience in aerospace, defense, propulsion, or regulated manufacturing environments rn
• Familiarity with AS9102 (FAI), PFMEA, and control plans rn
• Experience leading shop-floor quality activities rn

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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Required

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• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related discipline

(Equivalent experience may be considered) rn

• 5-8 years of experience in quality, manufacturing, or inspection roles rn
• Demonstrated experience supporting production environments rn

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Preferred

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• ASQ certification (CQE, CQT) or equivalent rn
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing rn

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WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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• Office, manufacturing, and test environments rn
• Frequent presence on the shop floor rn
• Exposure to noise, equipment, and hazardous materials rn
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods rn
• May be required to lift materials, components, or assemblies up to 50 lbs rn
• May require extended hours to support production or issue resolution rn

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TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

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• 0-10% as required to support suppliers, audits, or customer visits rn

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THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

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A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE INCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY. THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES.

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• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on uncrewed systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.

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GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

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The Quality Lead is responsible for day-to-day quality execution and leadership on the shop floor and across programs, ensuring quality requirements are understood, followed, and effective. This role serves as the primary quality execution point of contact for Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program Management.

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Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Lead ensures rapid response to quality issues, disciplined containment and root cause execution, and consistent application of quality standards-bridging the Quality Management System to real-time operational execution.

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

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Daily Quality Execution & Floor Leadership

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• Lead daily quality execution activities across Assembly, Test, and Receiving rn
• Serve as the primary Quality point of contact for shop-floor issues and questions rn
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with drawings, travelers, inspection plans, and procedures rn
• Reinforce stop-the-line authority when quality or compliance is at risk rn
• Plan & perform APQP processes per AS 9145 rn
• Develop processes, procedures, & work instructions for quality and or manufacturing rn

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Nonconformance, Containment & Issue Response

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• Lead initial containment and disposition of nonconformances (NCRs) rn
• Coordinate immediate corrective actions to protect production flow and customer deliveries rn
• Support and drive root cause analysis (8D, A3, DMAIC) in partnership with other teams rn
• Ensure corrective actions are implemented, verified, and sustained rn

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Manufacturing, Engineering & Program Integration

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• Partner with Manufacturing to improve first-time-through yield and process adherence rn
• Support Engineering with quality input on design changes, build readiness, and technical issues rn
• Support Program Management with quality status, risks, and recovery actions rn
• Ensure engineering changes are correctly implemented and verified on the floor rn

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Inspection, FAI & Acceptance Oversight

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• Support and coordinate First Article Inspection (FAI) activities per AS9102 rn
• Ensure in-process and final inspections are executed correctly and on time rn
• Review inspection results and escalate issues as required rn
• Support build and test readiness decisions from a quality standpoint rn
• Perform dimensional inspections using precision measurement tools in accordance with inspection plans and drawings rn
• Verify GD&T requirements and dimensional tolerances rn

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Supplier & Incoming Quality Support

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• Support receiving inspection and supplier quality activities rn
• Assist with supplier nonconformance investigations and corrective actions (SCARs) rn
• Ensure supplier quality issues are communicated clearly and resolved promptly rn
• Assist supply chain management in supplier development & perform supplier audits rn

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Metrics, Reporting & Communication

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• Track and communicate daily quality metrics (NCRs, escapes, yield, COPQ drivers) rn
• Provide clear quality status updates to Operations, Programs, and Quality Management rn
• Support quality inputs to tier meetings, MORs, and reviews rn
• Identify trends and escalate systemic risks rn

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Standards, Compliance & Discipline

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• Ensure compliance with AS9100D, internal procedures, and customer requirements rn
• Support audits, customer visits, and compliance reviews rn
• Reinforce disciplined execution of standard work and quality processes rn
• Serve as a role model for quality culture and accountability rn
• Partner with the QMS manager to create, train and incorporate process & procedures rn

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SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

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• Provides day-to-day work direction and mentoring to Inspectors and Quality Technicians rn
• No formal performance-management authority unless delegated rn
• Leads through presence, influence, and execution discipline rn

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