Quality Manager

E-Space

$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field.
  • 5-10 years of experience in quality engineering/management in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing.
  • Proficiency in implementing AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality systems.
  • Strong knowledge of FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, and 8D problem-solving methods.
  • Familiar with GD&T, metrology, and statistical process control tools.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Certification such as ASQ CQE or Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and maintain a Quality Management System compliant with AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards.
  • Lead internal and external audits, including customer and certification body audits.
  • Collaborate with teams to perform Design and Process FMEA analyses.
  • Create and maintain Control Plans, inspection criteria, and acceptance standards.
  • Drive root cause analysis and implement CAPA.
  • Develop Supplier Quality processes and manage non-conformance reports.
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives using Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Establish and monitor KPIs for product quality and audit performance.
  • Train and mentor team members on quality tools and inspection methods.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry.
  • Culture of sustainability at the core of operations.
  • Commitment to fair and honest workplace practices.
  • Encouragement of innovative thinking and problem-solving.
  • Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
  • Health and wellness care options for team members and families.
  • Financial solutions available for future planning.
  • Paid holidays and time off options.
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and maintain a Quality Management System (QMS) compliant with AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards.
  • Lead and coordinate internal and external audits, including customer, supplier, and certification body audits.
  • Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to perform Design FMEA (DFMEA) and Process FMEA (PFMEA) analyses.
  • Create and maintainControl Plans, inspection criteria, and acceptance standards for critical processes.
  • Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
  • Develop Supplier Quality processes, conduct supplier evaluations, and manage non-conformance reports. Supplier Defect books
  • Champion continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
  • Establish and monitorKey Performance Indicators (KPIs) for product quality, yield, and audit performance.
  • Train and mentor team members on quality tools, inspection methods, and documentation practices.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and supply chain to ensure first-time-right execution.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field.
  • 5-10 years of experience in quality engineering or management in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing.
  • Proven experience implementing AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality systems.
  • Strong working knowledge of FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, and 8D problem-solving.
  • Familiarity with GD&T, metrology, and statistical process control (SPC) tools.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Certification such as ASQ CQE or Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.

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