Quality Assurance Manager

• Quality Assurance Manager (Mgr Project Management 3) - 30486
• Anticipated Salary Range:$118,300.00-$155,000.00
• Security Clearance: Secret
• Level of Experience: Mid HI
• This opportunity resides with

All-Domain Operations (ADO) , a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division.

All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making.

With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

Leadership at HII – Mission Technologies

HII’s Leadership Capability Framework defines the standard of excellence expected of all leaders across Mission Technologies.

Leaders are accountable for modeling these capabilities and building them within their teams:

• Know & Grow Your People
• Develop talent, empower teams, and build an inclusive environment.
• Build Relationships
• Strengthen trust, collaboration, and cross-functional partnerships.
• Take Ownership
• Drive accountability, execution excellence, and results.
• Customer First
• Anticipate mission needs and deliver value to our partners.
• Shape the Future
• Inspire innovation and align work with strategic priorities.
• Act with Urgency
• Make informed decisions and move with purpose.

These capabilities define how leaders inspire teams, deliver results, and shape the future of Mission Technologies.

Who We Are

HII Mission Technologies is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead quality oversight for technical assessment deliverables supporting Government clients.

This role is critical to ensuring consistent excellence in final reports, technical analyses, and assessment documentation delivered to Do D customers.

The ideal candidate will establish and maintain quality standards, implement process improvements, and provide leadership to ensure all deliverables meet or exceed contractual requirements and Government expectations.

Position located in Albuquerque, NM; full-time on-site presence required.

What You Will Do

• Quality Oversight & Assurance
• Provide comprehensive quality assurance oversight and management for all technical deliverables, including final reports, technical assessments, test plans, and analytical products
• Conduct detailed pre-submission reviews to ensure technical accuracy, analytical rigor, clarity of writing, proper formatting, and alignment with Government requirements
• Develop and maintain quality checklists, style guides, and standardized review protocols to ensure consistency across all deliverable types
• Identify quality trends, patterns, and systemic issues; implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Track deliverable quality metrics and performance indicators; report status to program leadership and Government stakeholders
• Process Improvement & Standards Development
• Design and implement quality management processes that scale with increased deliverable volume and compressed production timelines
• Establish and enforce technical writing standards, formatting guidelines, and quality benchmarks aligned with Government expectations
• Develop pre-submission review workflows that balance thoroughness with production efficiency
• Create and maintain templates, exemplars, and best practice guides to support consistent quality
• Collaborate with Technical Assurance Manager and Technical Writer to streamline review cycles and reduce rework
• Lead coordination between technical analysts, subject matter experts, and quality reviewers throughout the deliverable lifecycle
• Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to technical staff on writing quality, analytical presentation, and adherence to standards
• Facilitate lessons learned sessions following deliverable submissions to identify improvement opportunities
• Build collaborative relationships with Government Project Officers, CORs, and evaluation personnel to understand quality expectations
• Fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent priorities and tight deadlines
• High-volume deliverable production (90-110+ deliverables annually)
• Collaborative team environment requiring frequent coordination with technical staff and Government personnel
• Compressed production timelines requiring efficient review processes and flexibility
• Performance directly impacts Government customer satisfaction and contract performance ratings
• Proactively identify quality risks early in deliverable development; implement mitigation strategies
• Manage deliverable production schedules to ensure adequate time for quality review without compromising delivery timelines
• Resolve quality issues quickly and effectively; elevate systemic concerns to program leadership
• Develop contingency plans for high-volume periods, compressed timelines, and resource constraints
• Metrics & Reporting
• Track Government deliverable ratings (Superior, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory) and identify performance trends
• Produce monthly quality performance reports for internal leadership and Government stakeholders
• Analyze root causes of quality deficiencies; develop and track corrective action effectiveness
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of quality processes, review outcomes, and improvement initiatives
• What We Are Looking For
• 8 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 6 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 12 years relevant progressive experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing quality assurance teams, technical editing, and deliverable management for Government contracts
• Demonstrated experience managing quality processes for technical reports, assessments, or analytical products
• Proven track record improving deliverable quality performance in Do D or Federal contracting environment
• Expert knowledge of technical writing principles, style guides (e. g., Chicago Manual of Style, AP), and Government documentation standards
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams); Adobe Acrobat; collaboration platforms
• Experience with quality management systems, document control processes, and configuration management
• Strong analytical skills with ability to identify patterns, trends, and systemic issues in quality data
• Exceptional attention to detail with ability to identify technical inaccuracies, logical inconsistencies, and presentation issues
• Strong project management skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent reviews under tight deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to provide constructive feedback diplomatically
• Process-oriented mindset with demonstrated ability to design, implement, and enforce quality standards
• Problem-solving capability with track record of implementing effective corrective actions
• Active Secret security clearance required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance

Preferred: Bonus Points For...

• TS/SCI Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, Engineering, or related field
• Master's degree in relevant field
• Professional certification in Quality Management (e. g., ASQ Certified Quality Manager, Six Sigma)
• Experience with Do D test and evaluation processes, operational assessments, or technical analysis
• Familiarity with CDRL requirements, DID specifications, and Government contract deliverable standards
• Previous experience managing quality for 30+ deliverables annually
• Background in cybersecurity, information technology, or related technical domain
• Experience implementing process improvements that resulted in measurable quality performance gains

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office normally only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo. com/732533072

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future.

We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber.

Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first.

Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to

***************@hii-co. com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Additionally, you may also call

1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.

Find the role that’s right for you. We look forward to meeting you.

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