Quality Program Manager Jobs in Texas

Quality Program Manager jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in aerospace and defense, semiconductor manufacturing, healthcare systems, and energy, with openings from entry-level quality analysts through senior program leads and directors. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin are the most active hiring metros, home to established employers like Lockheed Martin, Texas Instruments, and HCA Healthcare, all of which maintain significant quality and operations teams across the state. The most sought-after specialties include AS9100 and ISO 9001 program management, supplier quality oversight, and quality systems integration for large-scale manufacturing environments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles27
Top employerLockheed Martin
Top cityArlington, TX
Cities hiring15
Work type60% On-site
Top industryEducation

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DPR Construction
Mgr - Quality
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DPR Construction
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Mgr - Quality
DPR Construction
Abilene, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Operations
Bachelor's degree in construction management
10,000+

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Lockheed Martin
Quality Engineering Asc Mgr - L4
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Quality Engineering Asc Mgr - L4
Lockheed Martin
Grand Prairie, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Operations
$105k - $195k/yr
Six Sigma Certification
10,000+

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MD Anderson Cancer Center
Program Manager - Clinical Quality and Safety
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MD Anderson Cancer Center
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Program Manager - Clinical Quality and Safety
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security & Protective Services
$37 - $57/hr
Hybrid
Master's degree
10,000+

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Lockheed Martin
Quality Engineering Asc Mgr - L4
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Quality Engineering Asc Mgr - L4
Lockheed Martin
Arlington, Texas
Business Strategy
Data Analytics
Data Science
$105k - $195k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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AdventHealth Central Texas
Program Manager - Perinatal Quality RN
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AdventHealth Central Texas
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Program Manager - Perinatal Quality RN
AdventHealth Central Texas
Killeen, Texas
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Medical Coding & Billing
Research & Academia
$74k.6 - $137k.2/yr
Master's degree in business administration
501-1,000

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Quality Program Manager Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Arlington
5 jobs
Houston
4 jobs
Austin
2 jobs
Dallas
2 jobs
Fort Worth
2 jobs
San Antonio
2 jobs
Grand Prairie
2 jobs
Plano
1 job
Bonham
1 job

Quality Program Manager Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin7 open roles
Raytheon
Raytheon2 open roles
HEB
HEB1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Luxury Goods
  • Food & Beverage
  • Electronics & Hardware

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality program manager jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality management, or a related technical field required
  • ASQ Certified Quality Engineer or Certified Manager of Quality preferred by most Texas employers
  • Five or more years of experience managing quality programs in manufacturing or regulated industries
  • Demonstrated experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949 quality management systems
  • Proficiency with root cause analysis methods such as 8D, FMEA, or Six Sigma tools
  • Experience cross-functionally coordinating with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams

Quality Program Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality program manager in Texas?

Most quality program managers in Texas start with a bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial technology, or a related field, then build experience in quality assurance or manufacturing operations roles. Texas has no state-issued license for this role, but employers strongly favor candidates who hold American Society for Quality credentials such as the Certified Quality Engineer or Certified Manager of Quality certification. Aerospace and defense employers in Texas often require familiarity with AS9100 standards before hiring at the program manager level.

Which companies hire quality program managers in Texas?

Employers hiring quality program managers in Texas right now include Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and HEB, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace primes, semiconductor fabs, and large hospital networks means demand for quality program leadership is distributed across several industries rather than dominated by a single sector.

Which Texas cities have the most quality program manager jobs?

Arlington, Houston, and Austin have the most quality program manager openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth leads because of its dense cluster of aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing firms, while Houston's energy, petrochemical, and medical device industries drive consistent demand, and Austin's expanding semiconductor and consumer electronics base has added a growing share of quality program roles in recent years.

Are there remote quality program manager jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical roles, since quality program management often involves on-site audits, supplier visits, and production floor oversight. About 40% of quality program manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote arrangements most frequently offered for roles focused on quality systems documentation, compliance program oversight, or supplier quality coordination rather than hands-on manufacturing support.

How can I get hired as a quality program manager in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting as a quality assurance technician, quality inspector, or manufacturing process associate at a large Texas employer and moving into program coordination from there. Companies like Lockheed Martin, Texas Instruments, and Raytheon Technologies run rotational engineering and operations development programs that place early-career candidates into quality functions. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate credential before applying and building experience with ISO documentation or corrective action tracking in any adjacent role gives candidates a clear advantage when competing for their first program manager opening.

Where can I find and apply to quality program manager jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to quality program manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries including aerospace, manufacturing, healthcare, and technology. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and target location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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