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Quality Management Systems (QMS) Analyst

Yesterday San Marcos, CA

Description

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Unleash your potential at Leidos, where we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customer's success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Leidos is a Fortune 500™ company aimed at embracing and solving some of the world's most pressing challenges. Through science and technology, Leidos is making the world safer, healthier, and more efficient.

Our Security Enterprise Solutions (SES) quality team at Leidos currently has an opening for a Quality Management Systems (QMS) Analyst basedout of ourVista, CA location. The Leidos Security Enterprise Solutions (SES) team has developed a suite of integrated solutions for aviation, ports, borders, and critical infrastructure customers around the world. We provide automated threat detection for weapons, narcotics, explosives, contraband, and undeclared goods, as well as nuclear and radioactive materials, by leveraging industry leading screening technologies, AI/ML capabilities and advanced biometric tools. We have more than 24,000 products deployed across 120 countries, including best-in-class security checkpoint and inspection systems for people, checked baggage and more.

This is your opportunity to support new product introductions, work hands on with the latest in cutting edge technology, collaborate with teammates on business-critical programs, and impact Leidos' future success.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Support the Quality Manager in the execution of plans and activities that execute and measure the requirements according to Leidos policies and standards.
  • Report status of program activities and data to Program and Leidos Leadership as required. Support other Quality actions and responsibilities across the program as required.
  • Support program Staff Meetings and reporting requirements.
  • Measure program performance against contractual requirements.
  • Review deliverables and support the full deliverable lifecycle for compliance with requirements to ensure quality standards are upheld and record results of reviews for tracking and analysis.
  • Monitor internal Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to identify trends in adherence to the Quality Management System.
  • Conduct and support data management activities.
  • supports the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the Quality Management System within the organization.
  • Assist in continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Conducts audits and testing of products, materials, and processes to measure effectiveness and compliance with company expectations.
  • Analyzes and monitors metrics and KPIs to suggest improvement initiatives. NCMR and CAR trending, management, reporting.
  • Prepares reports and updates on Internal metrics and quality.
  • Tracks data, identifies improvement projects, and manages cross-functional implementation to improve performance.
  • Evaluating Quality data to identify process improvement opportunities within the QMS department.
  • Foster a culture of compliance awareness and understanding throughout the organization. Encourage employees to take responsibility for compliance and provide guidance on how to handle compliance-related issues.
  • Support other duties as required to meet business needs.
  • Manage the Quality SharePoint site.

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Basic Qualifications:

  • HS Diploma or equivalent and 2+ years of relevant experience.
  • Must have the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance (US citizenship required).
  • Experience in ISO 9001:2015.
  • Current industry certifications in quality management and/or service management such as ISO 9001
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
  • Excellent written and verbal skills, good interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, negotiation, and time management skills (see general competencies).
  • Must be proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office products, including Power BI.
  • Must be able to work physically and be located at any of the domestic SES Leidos site.
  • Travel both Domestically and Internationally on assignments as required. Travel time could be up to approx. 25%

Check out the links below to learn more about Security Enterprise Solutions (SES)
https://careers.leidos.com/pages/security-enterprise-solutions
https://www.leidos.com/markets/aviation/security-detection

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We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don't wear capes (they're a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for "how it's always been done."

Original Posting:

August 12, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $46,800.00 - $84,600.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Client-provided location(s): San Marcos, CA
Job ID: Leidos-R-00164246
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-13T18:51:00

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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