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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$118K - $175K *

Lead the charge in optimizing advanced manufacturing processes, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance quality and efficiency in productio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $117K *

Drive strategic initiatives and optimize manufacturing processes to enhance operational excellence, foster innovation, and ensure compliance while leading cross-functional teams towards robust, scalab...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive strategic marketing initiatives and business development efforts, connecting execution with corporate revenue goals. Collaborate with leadership to enhance market presence and foster client rela...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in connecting strategy with execution to drive revenue growth. Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement marketing strategies, enhance proposal quality, and build client rel...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $167K *

Champion innovative product development by leading cross-functional teams, driving projects from concept to production, and fostering collaboration to enhance engineering talent and quality across div...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $204K *

Champion operational excellence initiatives to enhance performance across Power & Controls Aftermarket. Collaborate with teams to identify challenges, implement Lean methodologies, and drive measurabl...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you ensure supplier quality for electronic and mechanical components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier performance, manage quality risks, and drive co...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $170K *

Engage in managing engineering development processes, coordinating multiple projects, and ensuring timely product implementation while optimizing resources and budgets across functions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement efficient production processes, ensuring quality and productivity in a fast-paced automotive environment. Contribute to continuous improvement and collabora...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing safety in aerospace and defense systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to identify hazards, develop safety analyses, and ensure compliance with safety re...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Optimize quality management systems for hyperscale logistics, translating complex requirements into scalable processes. Collaborate across teams to ensure operational excellence and support rapid site...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $300K *

Drive innovation in AI consumer product builds, leading prototypes through launch. Partner cross-functionally to ensure efficient execution and validation, with occasional in-region travel to support...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $174K *

Lead and drive quality strategy for product innovations, ensuring seamless technology transfer and scaling. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain product excellence and resolve quality i...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$76K - $105K *

Champion quality improvement initiatives and ensure product excellence across sheet metal and coil manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to enhance safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness while drivin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring top-notch quality in high-volume electromechanical manufacturing. Drive quality initiatives from assembly to field analysis, mentoring engineers and enhancing...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by driving responsible AI initiatives, collaborating across teams to implement ethical machine learning strategies, and ensuring the safe deployment of innovative technology. Your...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading quality engineering initiatives for pump products, driving continuous improvement across manufacturing processes and supplier relationships. Collaborate with cross-function...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$265K - $285K *

Lead the charge in shaping the V&V strategy and execution for complex products, ensuring safety and reliability through rigorous testing and validation processes. Collaborate across teams to drive inn...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Elevate manufacturing excellence by leading project engineering efforts for new model launches. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely execution and production readiness in a dynamic automoti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to the successful transition of new products and technologies into production by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient, scalable manufacturing processes and readines...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career with a pivotal role in managing quality processes to support zero defects. Lead initiatives that foster continuous improvement and engage with teams to leverage technology for enha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$161K - $241K *

Lead and inspire a team of engineers to develop software for advanced quantum computing systems. Balance technical contributions with management responsibilities to ensure successful project execution...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$153K - $230K *

Champion innovative engineering practices and lead diverse teams to enhance performance, drive strategic hiring, and foster collaboration across disciplines, ensuring high engagement and ethical stand...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Engage in designing and optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance quality, cost, and delivery for products. Lead initiatives to assess and improve machine capabilities, ensuring efficient operatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $256K *

Lead and inspire a team in developing next-gen memory test platforms, driving innovation and engineering excellence while managing staffing, budgets, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver worl...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.