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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$135K - $225K *

Inspire a high-performing engineering team to drive growth through innovative product development and process improvements, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across multiple sites...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $170K *

Champion project management excellence by leading engineering initiatives, coordinating schedules, and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders to drive successful manufacturing facility pr...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $116K *

Grow your career with impactful insights as a Senior Quality Engineer, driving quality and reliability in complex electromechanical products while collaborating across multiple functions and spearhead...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead engineering efforts in AI server repair, driving process improvements and technical excellence while managing a multidisciplinary group of engineers to enhance operational...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead and innovate within our engineering team, driving excellence in product development and operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quality and foster a culture of continuou...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $163K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic leadership in Quality Management Systems, ensuring compliance with ISO and regulatory standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quality processes and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$76K - $95K *

Empower quality assurance by analyzing data to identify issues, develop solutions, and implement field campaigns for enhanced product reliability and performance in mining equipment across global site...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the design and development of electrical systems, ensuring high-quality delivery and innovative solutions in product introduction and management. Drive projects with except...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Manage and optimize engineering operations in a luxury hotel, ensuring compliance with safety standards and efficient maintenance. Lead a diverse team, oversee projects, and enhance guest satisfaction...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality assurance initiatives by optimizing processes, leading audits, and driving continuous improvements in aerospace manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and enhance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $220K *

Join us to lead the development of advanced manufacturing systems for energetic products. This role encompasses end-to-end ownership, from concept to production, requiring cross-functional collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of manufacturing engineering by leading a dynamic team to enhance product transitions, implement digital technologies, and drive operational excellence within a global factory network...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$79K - $119K *

Lead quality assurance efforts to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, drive process improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues while maintaining h...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Help us drive quality excellence by leading supplier issue resolution, analyzing non-conformance data, and implementing corrective actions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust sol...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Transform quality assurance processes by driving improvements and fostering collaboration across teams. Leverage data analysis and supplier relationships to enhance factory operations and ensure compl...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Elevate your career by leading quality assurance initiatives, resolving supplier issues, and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional te...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $144K *

Lead the charge in ensuring supplier quality and compliance, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production performance and reduce cost...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $105K *

Elevate quality standards by driving risk mitigation and improvement initiatives within aerospace manufacturing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in every...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $105K *

Lead quality initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes and product quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Lean Six Sigma methodologies, ensuring compliance with quality sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Elevate quality standards by leading a dynamic team to enhance compliance, drive continuous improvement, and foster collaboration across departments, ensuring exceptional product quality and customer...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive the continuous improvement of the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with standards and customer requirements. Lead quality assurance initiatives, audits, and corrective actions whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Drive the continuous improvement of the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with standards and customer requirements. Lead quality assurance initiatives, audits, and corrective actions whil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive the continuous improvement of the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with standards and customer requirements. Lead quality assurance initiatives, audits, and supplier quality, foste...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $133K *

Drive quality assurance in solid rocket motor propellant manufacturing, ensuring process integrity and compliance. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize production and radiographic NDT capabi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join us in ensuring product excellence through proactive quality controls and robust supervision. Guide a dedicated team in addressing customer needs and institutionalizing quality standards while mai...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.