Hiring: Quality Manager (onsite San Jose, CA) Company: Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Location: San Jose, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:27:03 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Accessibility, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Root Cause Analysis, Security Clearance, Six Sigma About the job Experience: •10+ years of progressive experience in quality management within aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing including 7+ years in a quality managerial role. Required Skills: •Kratos Microwave, Inc., a Kratos' company, is looking for an experienced Quality Manager to work onsite at their San Jose, 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. •Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive QMS that complies with AS9100 and applicable regulatory requirements. •Define and document quality policies, objectives, procedures, and standards to ensure consistent product quality and process control. •Coordinate and manage all activities related to AS9100 certification and periodic recertification audits. •Prepare and present regular reports on QMS performance, audit outcomes, and key quality metrics to executive leadership. •Monitor production processes to identify areas for optimization, efficiency improvement, and waste reduction. 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, as needed. •Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree. •AS9100 Lead Auditor certification preferred. 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!