Hiring: Director of Quality (onsite San Jose, CA) Company: Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Location: San Jose, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:27:03 Target Skills & Keywords : Accessibility, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Program Management, Quality Assurance, Security Clearance, Six Sigma About the job Experience: •Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field and 15+ years of related experience including 10+ years in a quality managerial role. Required Skills: •Kratos Microwave, Inc., a Kratos' company, is looking for a Director of Quality to lead the end-to-end qualify function across their San Jose, CA and Folsom, CA locations. •Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises. •Kratos offers medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and more. •Quality Strategy & Leadership •Define and execute a multi site quality strategy aligned to Kratos Quality Operations priorities; standardize processes and controls across San Jose and Folsom to achieve zero defect performance. •Lead Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, Supplier Quality, and Compliance teams; set objectives, allocate resources, and manage performance for both sites. •Quality Management System (QMS) & Certifications •Own the site QMS and maintain adequate aerospace certification (AS9100) for KMI; lead audits, management reviews, and corrective actions; ensure conformance to customer, regulatory, and internal requirements. Qualifications: •Office, production/manufacturing and outside environments •Demonstrated capacity to stand and sit for long periods of time. •Standing, walking, bending and reaching. •Maybe required to lift up to 20 pounds. •TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Yes, between San Jose and Folsom locations, and to suppliers/customers as needed. Compensation: •Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!