Aerospace Quality Manager — AS9100 & Compliance Lead

Safran Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Group in San Diego seeks a senior Quality Assurance leader to guide the department, ensuring compliance with AS9100, FAA Part 21/145, and coordinating quality initiatives with Safran Power Units Toulouse.

You will report QMS metrics to executive leadership, oversee supplier quality and metrology, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Required: 8+ years in aerospace QA, experience leading 4-5 staff, and strong auditing and corrective-action skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience of Quality Management in aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• AS9100, FAA Part 21 and Part 145 compliance experience.
• Leads 4-5 employees and supports continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Reports QMS metrics to business leadership and VP of Quality.
• Maintains an effective quality management system in liaison with divisions and customer requirements.
• Identifies customer and authorities' requirements and ensures compliance.
• Conducts audits to assess the operation of the quality system and manages quality reviews.
• Oversees supplier quality, metrology, calibration, and non-conformances.

Job description

Safran Group in San Diego seeks a senior Quality Assurance leader to guide the department, ensuring compliance with AS9100, FAA Part 21/145, and coordinating quality initiatives with Safran Power Units Toulouse.

You will report QMS metrics to executive leadership, oversee supplier quality and metrology, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Required: 8+ years in aerospace QA, experience leading 4-5 staff, and strong auditing and corrective-action skills.