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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$75K - $90K *

Drive quality excellence in the suits value stream by leading supplier audits, managing quality systems, and ensuring compliance across multiple locations. Collaborate with teams to enhance product qu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Drive quality improvement initiatives across multiple facilities, ensuring compliance with standards while mentoring the team. Collaborate on resolving issues, leading audits, and fostering a culture...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$166K - $350K *

Lead the charge in overseeing software development, quality assurance, and team management while driving enhancements and new product initiatives for complex cloud-based solutions in a fast-paced envi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to enhance manufacturing processes. Collaborate across functions to drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity while foste...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a Quality Engineer, driving excellence in aerospace and defense manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, ensure compliance, and foster...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $225K *

Oversee design quality assurance for complex federal construction projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with codes and standards, while identifying and resolving desi...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality excellence across the product lifecycle by managing supplier and customer quality initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, resolve issues, and ensure hi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $100K *

Optimize quality systems to ensure excellence in incoming material, processes, and products while collaborating with teams to resolve quality issues and enhance customer satisfaction during launch act...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$133K - $146K *

Analyze and enhance quality processes in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating cross-functionally to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement in...

Maryland, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $119K *

Champion quality standards by developing testing methods and improving processes. Lead vendor management, ensure compliance with regulations, and drive corrective actions to enhance product quality an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $102K *

Manage high-impact projects by driving efficiency, overseeing budgets, and resolving operational challenges. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely deliverables and maintain strong client relations...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $175K *

Lead a dynamic team in developing cutting-edge control solutions for advanced electromechanical systems. Drive innovation, manage projects, and mentor engineers to deliver high-quality products on tim...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by enhancing product quality and process improvements, collaborating with suppliers, and supporting ISO 13485 compliance through data-driven initiatives and skilled quality engineerin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Deliver innovative quality solutions by leading major projects and cross-functional teams. Drive continuous improvement through strategic decision-making, advanced statistical techniques, and effectiv...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Optimize quality engineering processes by leading a team, driving compliance, and supporting manufacturing operations to enhance product quality and operational efficiency in a regulated environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading quality initiatives in injection molding operations. Drive measurable improvements, uphold excellence, and collaborate cross-functionally to resolve complex challenges whil...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Champion quality excellence by leading hands-on initiatives in injection molding operations. Drive measurable improvements, uphold standards, and mentor a dedicated team to exceed customer expectation...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $135K *

Lead a team of Product Quality Engineers, balancing technical oversight with personnel development. Drive quality objectives, manage risks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compli...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $89K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives, ensuring compliance with specifications and standards, while leading corrective actions and continuous improvement efforts across departments to enhance product qu...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to ensure high-quality aerospace products through proactive quality assurance, process improvement, and customer collaboration. Drive corrective actions and compliance while supporting...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by ensuring electrical quality in mission-critical environments. Collaborate across teams to uphold compliance, performance, and safety standards through inspections, testing, and doc...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Deliver quality assurance in mission-critical environments by ensuring compliance and performance of electrical systems through inspections, testing, and collaboration across teams to uphold safety an...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$68K - $99K *

Transform quality assurance processes by applying engineering expertise to enhance product performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring all standards are met before shipment to c...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $100K *

Champion cross-functional projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals. Drive operational improvements, manage resources, and enhance stakeholder communication for su...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $110K *

Transform your career by leading quality management systems to ensure product excellence and regulatory compliance across diverse sectors. Drive continuous improvement and mentor a dedicated team to a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.