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Position: AQAP/NATO Consultant
Location: Ideally in phoenix, but remote possible if consultant is willing to travel to phoenix as needed
Shift: M-F 8 to 5
Duration: 6 months estimated
Pay Rate: $50-80/hr
Background: Quality management specifically within the AQAP and ISO realm
Must Haves:
- Extensive knowledge of NATO AQAP 2310 and 2131 standards.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality management or consulting within the defense industry.
- Proven experience in leading certification projects from start to finish.
- Strong understanding of quality management systems (QMS) and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Plusses:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
- Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or similar certification.
- Experience with other quality standards such as ISO 9001.
- Familiarity with defense industry regulations and requirements.
- Master’s degree in a related field.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software.
Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Consultant/Quality Manager to lead our company through the process of obtaining NATO AQAP 2310 and 2131 certification. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality management systems, particularly within the defense sector, and a proven track record of successfully guiding organizations through complex certification processes.
Day To Day:
- Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive plan to achieve NATO AQAP 2310 and 2131 certification.
- Conduct gap analysis to identify areas of non-compliance and develop corrective action plans.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure all quality management processes align with NATO standards.
- Provide training and guidance to staff on quality management principles and practices.
- Monitor and report on the progress of the certification process, ensuring all milestones are met.
- Conduct internal audits to verify compliance with AQAP standards and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Liaise with external auditors and certification bodies to facilitate the certification process.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory changes.