Quality Engineering Manager Jobs

Quality Engineering Managers lead the people, processes, and technology that help organizations deliver reliable products and services. They build quality strategies, guide engineering teams, and partner across product, development, manufacturing, and operations to prevent defects and improve performance. Explore vetted Quality Engineering Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Quality Engineering Managers Do

Responsibilities vary by industry and company, but commonly include defining quality standards, managing test and inspection programs, strengthening quality systems, and using data to identify risks and improvement opportunities. Managers may oversee software testing and automation, product validation, supplier quality, manufacturing processes, or regulatory compliance. They also coach team members and communicate quality results to senior stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience leading quality engineering or quality assurance teams, along with strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Depending on the role, useful expertise may include test automation, statistical process control, root-cause analysis, continuous improvement, risk management, quality management systems, and relevant industry standards. A degree in engineering or a related field is common; certifications and specialized experience may also be valued.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Quality Engineering Managers work across software and technology, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, automotive, electronics, and other industries where reliability and compliance matter. The role can lead to senior quality leadership, director-level positions, or broader operations and engineering leadership careers.

Find Quality Engineering Manager Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by industry, location, and responsibilities to find a position that matches your leadership experience and quality engineering expertise.

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$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead technical aspects of laser diode products, ensuring quality and performance. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to drive product success and improvements through...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $139K *

Engineer quality assurance processes and supplier relationships to enhance product integrity and compliance. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure adherence to quality st...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$203K - $254K *

Champion quality excellence by leading engineering initiatives, driving compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate across teams to enhance product reliability and custo...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $224K *

Optimize manufacturing processes for 3D metal parts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance quality, cost, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and develop CNC progra...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $157K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality assurance for aerospace manufacturing. Develop and implement quality programs, oversee inspections, and drive continuous improvement for high-reliability spacefligh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality throughout the lifecycle of Class II medical devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence by leading cross-functional teams to enhance delivery performance, customer satisfaction, and operational processes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure com...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality and operational excellence. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive improvements, manage supplier quality, and support audits, ensuring top-notch deli...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $185K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality assurance and control across manufacturing facilities. Drive initiatives aligned with ISO 9001:2015 standards, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement while...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your career potential by leading quality initiatives, ensuring compliance with AS9100, and driving improvements across teams in a dynamic aerospace environment focused on excellence and custome...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $273K *

Lead a dynamic Product Engineering team to enhance product quality and yield. Drive results through effective communication and collaboration across functions, ensuring customer satisfaction and conti...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Champion quality excellence by leading product launches, enhancing systems, and driving compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to solve challenges and improve processes, ensuring top-tier performa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$152K - $175K *

Shape and enhance the global Quality Management System for medical devices by driving compliance, governance, and continuous improvement while leading a dedicated team across multiple sites to meet re...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality standards and processes. As a Quality Assurance Manager, you'll lead initiatives for ISO 9001 certification, drive continuous improvement, and collabo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$127K - $217K *

Unlock potential by leading integration efforts for BCD and image sensor technologies, ensuring robust performance and continuous improvement in yield, quality, and manufacturability through cross-fun...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Discover a critical role driving quality assurance processes and improvements. Collaborate across teams to maintain high standards in manufacturing, sharing your expertise to enhance product reliabili...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $129K *

Lead quality initiatives by implementing policies and systems to enhance performance, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement across operations while collaborating with cross-functional te...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $175K *

Manage quality assurance for aerospace electronics, leading AS9100 compliance, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance product quality and customer sat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $175K *

Lead the charge in quality management for aerospace and defense electronics, driving product conformity and customer satisfaction while collaborating across teams to enhance performance and implement...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $150K *

Shape the future of manufacturing engineering by leading the transition of complex products from design to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness and drive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and continuous improvement of a comprehensive Quality Management System, ensuring alignment with ISO 9001 standards and operational excellence across multiple functions in a mission-cr...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape your career by leading engineering teams in hybrid cloud architecture and DevSecOps. Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance in complex federal environments while fostering collaborat...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Lead engineering initiatives in hybrid cloud architecture and data center operations. Drive continuous improvement and compliance in federal environments while managing high-performing teams and techn...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$65K - $121K *

Join a team that's committed to driving quality excellence across product lines. As an Associate Quality Engineer, you'll ensure components meet rigorous performance and safety standards while collabo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $158K *

Lead the charge in optimizing print processes and workflows, driving innovation in color management and equipment standardization across multiple business units to enhance operational efficiency and q...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Quality Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    A Quality Engineering Manager leads quality teams and programs, establishes standards and processes, analyzes performance data, and works with other departments to prevent defects and improve product or service reliability.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Quality Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for engineering or related education, experience in quality engineering or assurance, and a record of leading teams. Skills such as root-cause analysis, risk management, continuous improvement, and knowledge of relevant quality systems are often useful.

  • Which industries hire Quality Engineering Managers?question toggle

    Common employers include companies in software and technology, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, automotive, electronics, and manufacturing.

  • How much do Quality Engineering Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, experience, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Quality Engineering Manager opportunities.

  • What career paths can follow a Quality Engineering Manager role?question toggle

    Experienced managers may advance to senior quality leadership or director roles, or move into broader engineering, operations, compliance, or organizational leadership positions.