Aviation Quality Assurance Manager | Lead Compliance & Growth

ATAC; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Career Development & Training Opportun

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Textron Systems, part of Textron Inc., is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager (ATAC) to lead QA efforts within the Adversary Center of Excellence. The role ensures compliance with FAA, DoD, OEM, and internal QA standards while coordinating with maintenance leadership.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years in aircraft maintenance management and/or QA, hold an FAA A&P license, and demonstrate strong supervisory and communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in aircraft maintenance management and/or Quality Assurance.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant license required; Inspection Authorization preferred.
• Strong supervisory, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and direct reports effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage all Quality Assurance efforts in support of company requirements; throughout ATAC-Adversary Center of Excellence.
• Organize job assignments and priorities for Quality Assurance department personnel.
• Lead the QA department to ensure maintenance functions comply with FAA, DoD, OEM, NAVAIR, and internal QC/Safety requirements through QA processes.
• Manage development and review of Maintenance Policies and Ground Operating Procedures with Maintenance leadership.
• Coordinate with Quality Control to aid with QA audits.
• Act as the primary contact for the maintenance department for safety-related technical inquiries.
• Manage quality-related issues with customers, sub-contractors, and suppliers.
• Manage non-conforming product processes with Quality Control and suppliers/vendors.
• Prepare performance assessments of managed personnel.
• Any additional responsibilities as delineated by the Director of Maintenance.
• Can work across all levels of the organization and manage multiple priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

FAA A&P license

Inspection Authorization

MS Office

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Job description

Textron Systems, part of Textron Inc., is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager (ATAC) to lead QA efforts within the Adversary Center of Excellence. The role ensures compliance with FAA, DoD, OEM, and internal QA standards while coordinating with maintenance leadership.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years in aircraft maintenance management and/or QA, hold an FAA A&P license, and demonstrate strong supervisory and communication skills.