Quality Assurance Manager at Blackwatch International managing quality across federal IT programs. Leading the development and implementation of Quality Management Systems to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Responsibilities
Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge across program quality management, process improvement, and compliance frameworks
Leads high-impact initiatives to ensure continuous service delivery excellence, adherence to contract requirements, and measurable performance outcomes
Functions as a senior leader responsible for quality governance across multiple task orders and operational domains
Establish and manage quality policies, procedures, and performance metrics
Ensure compliance with SLAs, contractual requirements, and federal standards
Conduct quality audits, assessments, and performance reviews
Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions
Oversee program-wide quality reporting, metrics tracking, and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with technical and program leadership to ensure delivery excellence
Support risk management, issue tracking, and process optimization efforts
Provide leadership and mentorship to quality and program teams
Ensure alignment with frameworks such as ISO, ITIL, CMMI, and Agile methodologies
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in quality management or related field
Demonstrated experience managing SLAs, quality policies, procedures, and processes
Experience supporting large, complex federal programs
Strong knowledge of quality frameworks (CMMI, ISO, ITIL)
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive performance improvements
Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
Desired Qualifications PMP, ITIL, or CMMI certification
Experience supporting USPTO or similar federal agencies
Experience implementing Agile quality processes
Experience with enterprise-scale program quality oversight
Benefits
Quality governance across multiple task orders
Dynamic working environment with multiple opportunities for advancement
Ability to obtain Public Trust (or higher if required)
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