Quality Engineer – U.S. Army Program Office

CACI International Inc

. Plan, develop, implement, and manage Quality on assigned programs over their life cycle .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $82,100 - $172,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Quality Assurance, including ISO 9001:2015 compliance, risk assessment, and quality system evaluation. Proven ability to lead quality initiatives, mentor teams, and develop innovative quality strategies in alignment with contractual requirements.

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ISO 9001:2015 Lead AuditorQuality Assurance ManagementRisk Assessment and MitigationQuality Metrics DevelopmentContract Compliance Evaluation

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Hard Skills

Quality System EvaluationSampling Plan DevelopmentEnvironmental and Performance EvaluationTest Plan ReviewConfiguration AuditsContract Clause InclusionQuality Data AnalysisProcess Control ImprovementQuality Deficiency ReportingTraining Material Development

Soft Skills

MentoringConsultative LeadershipCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

MIL-STD-1916ANSI Z1.4DCMA Surveillance Plans

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Quality AssuranceContractual ComplianceProgram ManagementAcquisition PlansQuality Community Recognition

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, develop, implement, and manage Quality on assigned programs over their life cycle
Ensure contractors meet product quality responsibilities in accordance with contract requirements
Ensure systems fielded to Soldiers are high quality and meet user requirements
Develop quality input for program management documents, acquisition plans, source selection evaluation plans, supportability strategies, system engineering plans, statements of work, and specifications
Ensure appropriate contract clauses are included in PEO contracts
Coordinate with product managers, users, ATEC, and other Government agencies
Review and evaluate system performance, assess risk, and make recommendations
Assure compliance with contractual scope, schedules, specifications, and other requirements
Develop or evaluate sampling plans using MIL-STD-1916, ANSI Z1.4, or other industry standards
Participate in post-award activities, program reviews, design reviews, and conferences as quality engineer
Evaluate design efforts for environmental and performance considerations
Review test plans, procedures, and reports
Monitor testing, report results to the PM, and ensure root cause corrective action for failures
Evaluate engineering change proposals, waivers, and deviations for quality impact
Conduct physical and functional configuration audits
Prepare contract letters for Quality Lead and COR signature
Audit contractor quality management systems and assembly and test procedures for ISO 9001, specification, and contract compliance
Evaluate contractor quality data, metrics, and process controls
Work with contractors to improve quality systems, processes, and process controls
Provide Product Assurance Suitability Statement for material release
Ensure product quality deficiency reports are adequately addressed
Work with DCMA and monitor support on PM programs
Establish quality assurance letters of instruction and/or memoranda of agreement where required
Review DCMA surveillance plans for adequacy

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS Engineering or Equivalent and > 20 years relevant experience, or MS Engineering Equivalent and > 15 years relevant experience
Extensive knowledge of and experience as Lead auditor of ISO 9001:2015 Quality System Requirements
Subject matter expert for Quality, with ability to lead Quality efforts on assigned programs with minimal oversight from the Government lead
Active Secret Security clearance
Up to 50% travel required
Desired: MS Engineering or Equivalent and > 25 years relevant experience
Desired: PhD Engineering or Equivalent and >15 years relevant experience
Breadth of experience and knowledge, and recognition in the Quality community
Experience serving as consultant to team members and mentoring workforce on Quality matters
Experience evaluating methodologies and establishing innovative Quality strategies
Experience developing metrics for evaluating contract Quality
Experience serving as Lead Auditor
Experience establishing training material and training audit personnel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible time off benefit
Robust learning resources
Healthcare benefits
Wellness benefits
Financial benefits
Retirement benefits
Family support benefits
Continuing education benefits
Time off benefits
Competitive compensation
Learning and development opportunities