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 *

Optimize business processes by identifying automation opportunities and translating objectives into actionable models. Collaborate across units to enhance performance and ensure adherence to standards...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$164K - $201K *

Lead quality initiatives by integrating principles and methodologies into semiconductor product design, ensuring manufacturability and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams throu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$139K - $209K *

Engage your leadership skills as you manage a dynamic Mechanical CAD drafting team, ensuring technical excellence and timely delivery while fostering employee growth and innovation in a collaborative...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $189K *

Transform customer quality management by leading initiatives that enhance product and process quality. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues, drive improvements, and ensure customer satisfaction wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Engineer sustainable changes by applying Lean/Six Sigma methods across multiple functions, driving improvements in safety, quality, and productivity while fostering a culture of continuous improvement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $128K *

Oversee supplier quality performance, ensuring compliance with engineering and regulatory standards. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, manage audits, and collaborate with cross-functional team...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $175K *

Drive compliance and quality excellence by leading a dynamic QA team, ensuring GMP adherence across manufacturing processes, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders to enhance operational effici...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $163K *

Empower our factory's transformation by leading continuous improvement initiatives. As a key member of the leadership team, you'll inspire excellence and implement the Mars Supply Excellence Work Syst...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$118K - $210K *

Discover a dynamic role driving the development of analog and RF IC products. Collaborate across engineering, product, and operations to ensure successful program execution and delivery in a global, c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $210K *

Drive successful development and production of complex IC products, ensuring alignment across engineering, product, and operations teams. Leverage technical expertise and program leadership to deliver...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading process improvements, troubleshooting issues, and supporting production efficiency. Collaborate with teams to enhance methods, drawing accuracy, and ensure...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$172K - $203K *

Help us enhance product quality by leading failure analyses and driving corrective actions for cutting-edge electronic devices, ensuring safety and reliability from design through to mass production a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $138K *

Champion quality excellence by supporting manufacturing operations through process monitoring, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative control systems for industrial automation, leading design and development efforts in a collaborative environment. Play a key role in delivering high-quality solutions while mentori...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead quality assurance for the C-21A program, ensuring compliance with Air Force standards and managing quality metrics. Drive continuous improvement and oversee maintenance...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$172K - $328K *

Lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team to enhance manufacturing performance, drive strategic initiatives, and foster a culture of innovation and accountability. Collaborate across functions to del...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $140K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes, overseeing projects with contract partners to enhance automotive production efficiency and quality through innovative engineerin...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $100K *

Transform manufacturing processes by identifying yield loss and optimizing quality standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational efficiency and leverage advanced analytics for susta...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing engineering projects from RFQ to delivery. Lead a diverse group of engineers, ensuring compliance, optimizing processes, and fostering collaboration to achieve...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to drive project success from RFQ to delivery. Oversee engineering processes, ensure compliance, and foster collaboration across departments to meet customer needs and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K *

Advance projects in inline measurement systems through planning, execution, and data analysis. Collaborate across departments to optimize processes, enhance efficiency, and ensure quality standards ar...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team focused on ensuring supplier quality through assessments and audits, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and optimizing supply chain strategies for enhanced performance and operati...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $138K *

Shape the future of engineering leadership by managing Nacelle and Engine programs, enhancing designs, and orchestrating cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges and drive innovation across...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $138K *

Lead engineering programs, manage teams, and drive innovative solutions in Nacelle and Engine Build Up projects while collaborating with cross-functional groups and overseeing deliverables to meet tec...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $114K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on driving quality improvements, analyzing product reliability, and leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance performance and customer satisfaction...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.