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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$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving Lean transformation and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity, quality, and operational efficiency in manufactu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $260K *

Shape the future of 3D printing by leading a talented electrical engineering team. Engage in product development, navigate engineering design, drive milestones, and enhance team capability while influ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $127K *

Elevate product quality by developing systems that ensure compliance and exceed customer expectations. Collaborate across teams to manage quality throughout the product lifecycle, focusing on software...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on driving operational excellence and continuous improvement in injection molding manufacturing. Lead initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$209K - $270K *

Drive innovation in the utility market by bridging customer needs and technical advancements. Lead strategic initiatives, market analysis, and product development to create sustainable value and enhan...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$209K - $270K *

Unlock potential by leading the integration of customer needs and market trends with innovative technologies, driving product development and strategic initiatives that enhance business growth and cus...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead a high-performing engineering team, driving project excellence in cost, schedule, and technical performance while fostering professional growth and maintaining customer relationships...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as you lead complex projects from concept to launch, driving cross-functional collaboration and innovation in product development. Leverage your expertise to navigate challenges...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Elevate electrical installation efficiency by translating designs into actionable work instructions. Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure accurate cable routing and minimize rew...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by translating electrical designs into actionable work instructions for autonomous vessels. Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure efficient installation and mini...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $120K *

Take ownership of strategic broadband initiatives, leading outage management programs to enhance customer communication and service reliability. Collaborate across teams to drive project success and d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic team focused on quality management and continuous improvement. Oversee testing, audits, and compliance while fostering a positive work environment. Drive strategic initiatives to enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in fostering a collaborative environment while managing quality assurance and janitorial teams. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with industry standards t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize equipment performance and enhance operational excellence in a high-volume manufacturing environment, ensuring safety, quality, and cost-effectivenes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Champion quality excellence by leading cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with quality standards, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and mentoring staff to enhance operational effect...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive strategic leadership in statistical process control and digital quality transformation across multiple manufacturing sites, enhancing process capability and data-driven decision-making through a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive strategic leadership in statistical process control and digital quality transformation across multiple manufacturing sites, enhancing process capability and data-driven decision-making through a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $153K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $240K *

Architect cohesive system architectures and lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful integration of complex aerospace systems, balancing engineering rigor with rapid execution across multiple...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation by leading a team of mechanical engineers to design next-gen AR hardware. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure manufacturability and quality from concept to mass production, shapi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $115K *

Drive quality engineering initiatives by leveraging AI-assisted tools to enhance software testing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality solutions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $175K *

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $175K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.