Design Quality Assurance Manager
Safran Group
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Job summary
Safran Seats, Gainesville facility in Texas, is seeking a Design Quality Assurance Manager to lead quality assurance for design and development. You will drive APQP deployment, monitor performance, manage audits, and ensure compliance with internal and external standards to support safe, high-quality aerospace seating products.
You will partner with cross-functional teams to improve processes, validate tests, and ensure readiness for reviews and milestones across programs.
Qualifications
- Science or Engineering Bachelor degree or 6 years of related design quality experience in lieu of the degree
- 5+ years of experience in aerospace industry (preferred) or equivalent, preferably in Design Quality, 3+ years in management
- Knowledge of ISO9001, ISO19011, AS9100, AS9145, ISO14001, OHSAS 18001
- APQP Tools knowledge and domain, PDCA, DMAIC and other related tools knowledge
- Experience in internal and external audit and audit techniques
Responsibilities
- Ensure that internal and external requirements (customers, regulations, applicable standards) are taken into account
- Ensure proper performance monitoring and review as well as actions taken when necessary to achieve the results
- Assess development maturity in preparation for reviews and milestones
- Report alerts, risk and opportunities to the development team and assist on its management and treatment
- Stop any action that could have an unacceptable impact on the quality of a product or service
- Help teams implement best practices and conduct resource validation and qualification (test benches, prototypes, test facilities)
Education
Tools
Job description
Design Quality Assurance Manager
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.
Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.
With more than one million seats installed across the fleets of the world's leading airlines, Safran Seats is one of the global leaders in passenger, crew, aircraft and helicopter seating, delivering innovative, high value-added solutions.
2026-186393
Performance and Support
Quality - development quality assurance (design / industrial engineering / tools/ support and services)
Design Quality Assurance Manager
Permanent
Employees / Staff
Full-time
A glimpse at the job:
HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Design Quality Assurance Manager, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.
This position contributes to our vision by:
- Ensure that internal and external requirements (customers, regulations, applicable standards) are taken into account
- Ensure proper performance monitoring and review as well as actions taken when necessary to achieve the results
- Assess development maturity in preparation for reviews and milestones
- Report alerts, risk and opportunities to the development team and assist on its management and treatment
- Stop any action that could have an unacceptable impact on the quality of a product or service
- Help teams implement best practices and conduct resource validation and qualification (test benches, prototypes, test facilities)
Ensure compliance with internal and regulatory requirements and systems and propose improvements:
- Ensure that developments comply with applicable standards and regulations at all phases of each project
- Develop Quality awareness and train engineering staff in quality and APQP related best practices and tools
- Help improve processes and monitor their implementation
- Ensure that the necessary authorizations/accreditations are in place and properly managed
Track, evaluate and report process control status and quality reports. Address customer complaints regarding quality issues, validate analysis and action plans to resolve problems. Ensure such action plans are implemented
Lead the APQP methodology in development, ensure it is properly deployed and assured in all product developments. Ensure proper coordination with all departments for the proper APQP deployment
Competitive salaries
- Paid holidays
- Recognition programs
- Comprehensive benefits
- Retirement (401K) plans with employer match
- Professional development opportunities
- Tuition assistance
- Over 300 career paths across global sites
Highlights from our facility:
Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, plays a big role in making top-notch aircraft seats for airlines around the world. The team here is known for their know-how and dedication to building comfortable, reliable seats for both commercial and business planes. With a focus on quality and new ideas, the Gainesville facility helps keep Safran at the forefront of the aviation seating industry, working closely with airlines and aircraft makers to deliver seats passengers appreciate.
Join Safran Seats. Here we craft excellence together.
At Safran Seats, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.
- Required - Science or Engineering Bachelor degree or 6 years of related design quality experience in lieu of the degree
- Required - 5+ years of experience in aerospace industry (preferred) or equivalent, preferably in Design Quality, 3+ years in management
- Knowledge of ISO9001, ISO19011, AS9100, AS9145, ISO14001, OHSAS 18001
- APQP Tools knowledge and domain, PDCA, DMAIC and other related tools knowledge
- Configuration and data management
- Experience in internal and external audit and audit techniques
- English proficient. Spanish and French are a plus
- Certification requirements
- Skills requirements
- Travel requirements
- (limit requirements to around 5 essential requirements for posting; full requirements to be sent in job description prior to interview)
Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:
- Innovative & Curious
- Collaborative & Inclusive
- Committed to Safety
- Trustworthy
- Results Focused
- Driven to Excellence
- Powered by Teamwork
This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Safran Seats is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email jeff.guin@safrangroup.com or call 940-363-2068. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Candidates for positions with Safran Seats must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.
Visa sponsorship not available for this position
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
based on experience
North America, United States, Texas
Gainesville
Bachelor's Degree
More than 5 years
No
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