Quality Control Manager

About the Company Tesla Laboratories is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Cyber Security, Intelligence Analysis, Financial Management, Facilities Engineering Services, and Program Management support to the Intelligence Community (IC), the Department of Defense (DoD), and other federal government customers. We take pride in fostering a culture that values family, professional growth, and long-term career development—setting us apart from other services companies.

Job Description

Seeking a quality control manager to support Letterkenny's Depot mission of repairing and modernizing U.S. weapons, air, and missile defense systems, and the supporting infrastructure. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of industrial mission-critical environments. We support U.S. and Allied Forces at the Letterkenny Army Depot (LEAD) and overseas, and we continuously implement new mission requirements. These efforts rely on a highly qualified workforce whose technical expertise, safety culture, and commitment to excellence ensure mission success. As a Quality Control Manager, you will oversee all contract quality requirements, ensuring services and deliverables meet established standards through regular inspections, performance monitoring, and compliance verification. Importantly, proactively identify issues, facilitate corrective actions, and engage with project leadership to maintain consistent, high-quality performance across the program.

Responsibilities

• Manages the Quality Assurance Department and associated functions. Responsible for the development, implementation, coordination, continual improvement, and management of the Quality Assurance (QA) Program and Quality Management System (QMS) IAW ISO 9001. Responsible for developing, establishing, implementing, and continually improving a compliant Quality Management System (QMS) IAW ISO 9001 within all departments on the project. This includes evaluation and continually monitoring, auditing, and analyzing to validate effective implementation and operation of the QMS.
• Evaluates the overall performance of all departments based on ISO requirements, statutory and regulatory requirements, PWS (contractual) requirements, and QMS requirements. May develop procedures, work instructions, and other documents to enhance functions and to increase compliance of ISO.
• Develops and implements an internal audit program and evaluates audit findings and results. Coordinates with department managers and supervisors for completion of Corrective and Preventive Action Reports (CARs and PARs) IAW applicable procedures. Monitors and assists with resolving corrective and preventive actions as necessary.
• Performs independent analysis, determines scope and course of action required, and develops plans to resolve problems. Conducts analysis and review of problems to determine root cause. Also identifies areas for improvement and initiates Opportunities for Improvement (OFIs) IAW applicable procedures.
• Conducts process and product measurements and analysis IAW ISO 9001.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Industrial Technology, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5–10 years of quality assurance/quality control experience in a manufacturing, depot, or industrial production environment.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001, Lean Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies; certification (LSSGB/LSSBB) preferred.
• Proven experience with inspection processes, quality audits, root-cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) development.
• Familiarity with DoD depot operations, technical data packages (TDPs), and military quality standards (e.g., MIL-STD series) highly desirable.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
• Skilled in the use of quality measurement tools, gauges, and statistical process control (SPC) techniques.
• Strong data analysis and reporting abilities, including trend identification and performance metrics.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and leadership skills with the ability to train teams and interface with Government representatives.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment while ensuring strict adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Secret Clearance required.

Benefits Tesla Laboratories offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and long-term success of our employees, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with company contribution
• Paid time off and federal holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive, family-focused company culture
• Opportunities for long-term career growth within a growing SDVOSB