Aerospace Quality Manager: QMS & Continuous Improvement

ContractStaffingRecruiters.com; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ContractStaffingRecruiters.com is seeking a seasoned Quality Manager to oversee QA/QC in our aerospace manufacturing operations. You will lead a team, maintain a QMS to AS9100/ISO 9001, and ensure compliance with customer specifications.

You will drive continuous improvement, conduct audits, coordinate with suppliers and IT on NIST 800-171/CMMC initiatives, and report performance to senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field; extensive aerospace QM experience may substitute.
• Minimum 10 years in aerospace quality/quality management with a proven leadership track record.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace standards (AS9100) and regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading QA teams, driving process improvements and quality objectives.
• Experience with CMM programming and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Maintain QMS in accordance with AS9100/ISO 9001 and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead and mentor a team of quality inspectors and engineers; support professional development.
• Oversee QA processes including inspection, testing, and validation of materials and products.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as main contact for quality-related customer issues and resolutions.
• Coordinate with suppliers on non-conformances and CAPA with Amco Engineering.
• Maintain quality records and present performance metrics to senior management.
• Plan and conduct internal and external audits; ensure corrective actions are followed up.
• Stay current with aerospace regulations and safety standards; support NIST 800-171/CMMC planning.

Skills

Quality Management

Team Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Process Improvement

CMM programming

NIST 800-171/CMMC familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Quality Management

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

ContractStaffingRecruiters.com is seeking a seasoned Quality Manager to oversee QA/QC in our aerospace manufacturing operations. You will lead a team, maintain a QMS to AS9100/ISO 9001, and ensure compliance with customer specifications.

You will drive continuous improvement, conduct audits, coordinate with suppliers and IT on NIST 800-171/CMMC initiatives, and report performance to senior management.