Aerospace Quality Leader - AS9100, ITAR, 10+ yrs

AvaHR; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, disability &

Job summary

CMI Group in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Quality Manager to lead quality across a multisite defense/aerospace operation, ensure AS9100 and NADCAP, drive COPQ reduction, and serve as main contact for customer and supplier quality.

The role leads a team of Quality Engineers, Inspectors, CMM technicians and programmers, collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production Control, with daily on-site presence at the Tempe facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Systems Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years managing a Quality department in a defense/aerospace environment.
• In-depth knowledge of precision metal machining and special processes.
• Proven leadership and team management capability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with AS9100 audits (Rev. D), ITAR/EAR compliance, and FAA requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience developing and executing zero-defect plans to reduce COPQ.
• Working knowledge of PDCA methodology and RCCA tools (5 Whys, 8D).
• Must qualify as a U.S. Person under ITAR due to work with export-controlled technical data.

Responsibilities

• Set and execute the strategic direction for the Quality department and COPQ reduction.
• Lead customer quality problem-solving using FMEA, 8D, and SPC.
• Manage recruitment, performance reviews, and discipline within Quality.
• Maintain AS9100 and NADCAP compliance.
• Oversee supplier quality audits and NCR/RCCA processes.
• Direct inspection operations and CMM program development.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing and Production Control.

Skills

Strong verbal and written comms

Leadership and team management

Problem solving

PDCA and RCCA tooling

ITAR/EAR compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Quality Systems

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

CMI Group in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Quality Manager to lead quality across a multisite defense/aerospace operation, ensure AS9100 and NADCAP, drive COPQ reduction, and serve as main contact for customer and supplier quality.

The role leads a team of Quality Engineers, Inspectors, CMM technicians and programmers, collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production Control, with daily on-site presence at the Tempe facility.