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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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing equipment reliability and efficiency through mechanical engineering initiatives, optimizing maintenance programs, and managing capital projects to drive operational excell...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $129K *

Champion quality excellence in fabrication operations by driving process improvements, reducing defects, and enhancing capabilities through collaboration with manufacturing teams and implementation of...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize testing processes and collaborate across teams to enhance product performance and reliability. Contribute to the development of automated solutions and ensure compliance with regulatory stand...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading capital projects and automation initiatives. Drive continuous improvement and provide technical guidance to a high-performing team, ensuring successful exe...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$96K - $120K *

Lead the charge in quality management for product and process changes, driving cross-functional collaboration and technical validation. Analyze impacts, support testing, and spearhead improvement proj...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $164K *

Champion quality excellence in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Lead a team to ensure compliance with regulations and drive continuous improvement initiatives while overseeing quality operations...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$67K - $105K *

Empower quality assurance excellence in a cGMP environment, supporting the start-up of a new oligonucleotide manufacturing facility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and op...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of quality initiatives and drive process improvements across hardware and software deliverables. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance compliance, customer satisfaction, and continuo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate quality excellence by leading QA/QC initiatives across diverse projects. Oversee compliance, mentor teams, and enhance the Quality Management System to ensure superior project execution and...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $105K *

Drive the development and enhancement of an ISO 9001-compliant Quality Management System while managing Supplier Quality activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $125K *

Drive the design and implementation of advanced test applications, managing projects to meet customer requirements while ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and leading cross-functional teams...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$174K - $261K *

Optimize lab planning and strategy across the Americas, transforming complex engineering demands into actionable portfolio plans while ensuring timely and effective execution through cross-functional...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive engineering projects by managing tool acquisition, machine modifications, and layout changes while resolving manufacturing and quality issues to enhance production efficiency and support product...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring program quality excellence. Lead the Quality Engineering team, integrate critical NAVSEA and SUBSAFE standards, and be accountable for maintaining product spec...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes for autonomous surface vessels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and ensure high-quality stan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the optimization and maintenance of test equipment and processes, ensuring high-quality product testing and design verification. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $135K *

Champion quality excellence by leading supplier management and compliance initiatives. Drive continuous improvement and risk mitigation strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to en...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Drive quality excellence by leading the Quality Control Department, ensuring compliance with specifications, managing team performance, and enhancing inspection processes to meet organizational goals...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Lead Quality Engineer, driving quality assurance and control across diverse projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance, improve processes, and e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading quality assurance initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and compliance across the organiz...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading a global Application Engineering team, enhancing quoting tools, and driving strategic partnerships. This role blends technical expertise with people leadership to ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $129K *

Champion quality excellence by collaborating across teams to ensure aerospace products meet stringent standards throughout their lifecycle, driving continuous improvement and compliance with industry...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $125K *

Elevate quality assurance standards by managing audits and improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and enhancing team capabilities in an established manufacturing e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $178K *

Transform project outcomes by leading cross-functional teams in hardware and ASIC development. Drive execution through key milestones while managing risks and stakeholder expectations to deliver innov...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $178K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex hardware and ASIC development projects, driving innovation and collaboration across multi-functional teams to achieve successful product outcomes and business resul...

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.