Quality Assurance Team Lead

Location: Colorado Springs, CO (On-site)

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We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Team Lead to support the NISSC III program. In this role, you will work with mission-critical systems essential to national defense and national security priorities. This is a full-time, on-site position ideal for a detail‑oriented QA professional who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about quality excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement.

If you have a keen eye for detail, a commitment to high standards, and a desire to contribute to a dynamic and innovative environment in support of National Defense, we want you on our team.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Apply proven knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 aerospace quality management standards, configuration management, and corrective action systems

• Develop, complete, and submit First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) in accordance with AS9102

• Review drawings, certificates, characteristic results, specifications, and documentation for all FAIs to ensure accuracy and completeness

• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, purchase orders, Statements of Work (SOWs), CDRLs, and other contractual requirements

• Validate alignment between customer technical data packages and FAIR packages

• Prepare, implement, and maintain a Quality Assurance Program Plan outlining processes, documentation, and inspection systems to ensure compliance with contract requirements

• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and customer representatives to resolve FAIR discrepancies and non-conformance issues

• Provide technical support and guidance on FAIR processes to internal teams

• Coordinate with customers to ensure timely and accurate FAIR submissions

• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing data to assess FAIR completeness and suitability

• Support process improvement initiatives and implement best practices for FAIR procedures

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and aerospace/defense manufacturing best practices

• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentoring to junior QA personnel and support continuous improvement across the team 

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with 8 years of relevant experience; Additional experience, training, and/or certifications may substitute degree requirement.

• US Citizen; Currently possessing an Active DoD Secret clearance or obtain/maintain upon hire.

• Proven knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 aerospace quality management standards, configuration management, and corrective action systems

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies in documentation, specifications, and manufacturing processes

• In-depth knowledge of customer specifications, purchase orders, SOWs, CDRLs, and related requirements

• Demonstrated experience interpreting industry specifications (ASME, ASTM, SAE, etc.)

• Strong ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, technical data, and specifications

• Ability to work collaboratively with customers, suppliers, and internal teams

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and related tools   

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in related field with 6 years of experience

• Active DoD Secret clearance

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate and advocate quality-related concepts

• Demonstrated knowledge with AS9102, AS9100, and other aerospace/defense quality standards

• Experience with Agile principles

• Understanding of ITIL principles (ITIL Foundation or equivalent)

• Formal auditor training

• Experience with NISSC or other Air Force programs

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