Design Quality Assurance Manager

Safran S.A.; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

401K with employer match

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

Global career paths

Job summary

Safran Seats in Gainesville, TX is seeking a Design Quality Assurance Manager to ensure quality requirements across development and production, coordinating with engineering and suppliers. This role focuses on APQP deployment, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Ideal candidates will have a science/engineering background, 5+ years in aerospace quality, and experience with ISO standards; leadership and collaboration are essential to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Science or Engineering or 6 years of related design quality experience in lieu of the degree.
• 5+ years aerospace industry experience (preferred) or equivalent, in Design Quality management.

Responsibilities

• Guarantee that internal and external requirements (customers, regulations, applicable standards) are considered in all decisions.
• Lead APQP deployment across product development and coordinate with all departments.
• Track quality performance, report alerts and opportunities, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with ISO19011, AS9100, and other relevant standards and regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and verification activities for design quality.

Education

Bachelor degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

APQP Tools

PDCA

DMAIC

Job description

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:

• Guarantee that appropriate efforts and measures are in place to achieve the engineering department goals in terms of external and internal quality (S, Q, C, D, P, I), internal and external customers focal point for quality matters:
  • 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

What we offer:

• 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

• 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 requirementsTravel 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

Visa sponsorship and relocation

• Visa sponsorship not available for this position
• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position

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 [e-mail] 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.