Aircraft Quality Assurance Manager

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level compensation

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Aircraft Quality Assurance Manager to lead quality control programs in East London. This senior role establishes robust QMS across maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations and ensures compliance with national and international aviation regulations.

You will drive continuous improvement, oversee audits and CAPA, and interface with regulatory authorities while fostering a strong quality culture and ensuring safe, reliable aircraft operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, aviation management or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in QA/QC within aviation MRO.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation regs and quality mgmt principles (ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Proven track record developing and managing a comprehensive QMS.
• Strong leadership, auditing, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the QMS for aviation MRO operations.
• Conduct internal and external audits to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee investigation of quality deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints; implement CAPA.
• Lead and mentor the Quality Assurance team; promote vigilance and excellence.
• Interface with regulatory authorities during audits and inspections.
• Monitor quality metrics and report performance and risks to senior management.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Auditing

Leadership

Regulatory Knowledge

QMS Development

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

QMS Software

Audit Tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and diligent Aircraft Quality Assurance Manager to lead their quality control and assurance programs in East London . This senior role is responsible for establishing and maintaining robust quality management systems across all maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations. You will ensure compliance with all national and international aviation regulations, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and foster a strong quality culture throughout the organization. This is a critical leadership position for an individual dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety and operational excellence in the aviation sector .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the company's Quality Management System (QMS) for aviation MRO operations.
• Conduct internal and external audits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., SACAA, EASA, FAA).
• Oversee the process for investigating quality deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Lead and mentor the Quality Assurance team, promoting a culture of vigilance and excellence.
• Interface with regulatory authorities during audits and inspections.
• Monitor key quality metrics and provide regular reports to senior management on quality performance and risks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Aviation Management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Quality Assurance/Quality Control within the aviation MRO industry.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation regulations, airworthiness standards, and quality management principles (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Proven experience in developing and managing a comprehensive QMS.
• Strong leadership, auditing, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder management.

Benefits

• Executive-level annual salary and bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, life insurance, and retirement fund.
• Generous relocation assistance if applicable.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• A pivotal role in ensuring the safety and compliance of aircraft operations in East London .