Security Clearance Contract Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

As a Quality Engineering Manager I, you will lead a small team of Quality Engineers supporting program execution, compliance, and continuous improvement. You'll manage day-to-day quality engineering workflow, oversee nonconformance handling, and support early integration of quality into engineering processes. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber. Responsibilities: * Supervise and guide quality engineering staff in daily operations.
* Plan and conduct internal and external quality audits.
* Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions.
* Maintain accurate records and documentation of quality control procedures.
* Collaborate with production, engineering, and other teams to uphold quality standards.
* Mentor and train junior engineers and production staff.
* Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Qualifications You Must Have: * Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
* 7+ years of quality engineering experience; leadership experience preferred.
* Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 11 years of related experience is required.
* Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
* Familiarity with Quality System requirements and contract quality requirements.
* Basic understanding of manufacturing and inspection.
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
* Leadership and project management skills. Qualifications We Prefer: * Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.
* Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
* Experience in manufacturing and inspection.
* General knowledge of ISO9001, AS9001 standards. Essential Functions: * Ability to work at a computer workstation for extended periods.
* Visual acuity to review technical documents and engineering artifacts.
* Occasional standing and walking on production floor (up to 30%).
* Ability to lift up to 20 lbs occasionally.
* Manual dexterity for handling components and documentation.
* Ability to travel up to 10% to support program or supplier needs
* Ability to work in an office, production, or hybrid environment. This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs. SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position. SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more . IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.