Leader, Quality

Bombardier Transportation GmbH; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bombardier Wichita is seeking a Leader, Quality to head the supplier quality management function on the production floor. You will drive the daily priorities, align with operations, and deploy proactive and reactive containment strategies to minimize supplier-related disruptions.

Leading a multi-disciplinary team, you will mentor analysts, ensure product conformity, and advance continuous improvement initiatives using Six Sigma and Kaizen methodologies.

Qualifications

• University degree in a technical field (engineering preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of management experience in Quality or Supplier Quality.
• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (AS9100, ISO).
• Experience with CAPA processes and cost of poor quality (COPQ).
• Familiarity with supplier audits and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Completion Supplier Quality Management teams and align with business priorities.
• Drive daily execution and maintain a long-term improvement roadmap.
• Supervise and support the team as liaison between supplier corrective action and operations.
• Deploy containment strategies to reduce supplier quality issues and disruptions.
• Coach team in data gathering, problem definition, and executive presentations.
• Represent Quality in key forums to drive performance improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to resolve issues and deploy containment plans.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Six Sigma

Kaizen

CAPA

Data analysis

Problem solving

Statistics

Project management

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CATIA

GD&T

QMS software

Job description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program

What are your contributions to the team?

• Lead the Completion Supplier Quality Management teams, ensuring strong alignment with business priorities and operational needs.
• Drive daily execution and team priorities while maintaining a structured long‑term continuous improvement roadmap.
• Supervise and support a team acting as the key liaison between supplier corrective action teams and operations management.
• Partner closely with the Corrective Action Manager to deploy proactive and reactive containment strategies, reducing supplier quality issues related disruptions and non‑standard work.
• Manage supplier non‑conformities, line checks, and quality disclosures directly on the production floor.
• Coach and develop the team in effective data gathering, problem definition, 4‑blocker preparation, and clear executive‑level presentations.
• Represent Supplier Quality in key forums such as Operations Corrective Action Reviews, supplier calls, quality reviews, and weekly, monthly, and quarterly intersite or supplier meetings to drive performance improvement.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, entrepreneurial mindset, project management capability, and a high level of accountability and teamwork.
• Support, mentor, and motivate Supplier Quality Analysts to ensure product conformity and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Apply structured problem‑solving methodologies including Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other quality tools to reduce supplier non‑conformities and recurring issues.
• Maintain and continuously develop team competencies while ensuring compliance with internal quality systems, tools, and documentation (QDs, QADs, QAPIs).
• Actively support daily production floor meetings, ensuring clear communication of priorities and consistency across shifts.
• Assist management in collecting data, preparing analyses, and delivering impactful presentations for decision‑making.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with other departments and suppliers to resolve critical issues and deploy effective containment plans at supplier sites.

How to thrive in this role?

• University degree in technical field, quality management, or project management.
• Minimum of 5 years’ management experience in Quality, Supplier Quality, or Continuous Improvement.
• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems in a manufacturing environment (AS9100, ISO, SMS).
• Familiarity with unionized environments and collective agreements (considered an asset).
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage time and priorities effectively in a fast‑paced setting.
• High standards of ethics, integrity, and accountability, with a positive and solution‑oriented mindset.
• Experience or knowledge in supplier audits (process and product).
• Proficient in structured and analytical problem‑solving techniques (Kepner Tregoe is an asset).
• Effective communicator at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of quality tools such as Andon, containment, and corrective action methodologies.
• Understanding of technical drawings, GD&T, and CATIA (asset).
• Experience with CAPA processes and cost of poor quality (COPQ) reduction planning.
• Familiarity with aircraft systems and structures.
• Strong skills in statistics and computer software.
• Knowledge of product conformity and certification requirements.
• Understanding of airworthiness regulations.

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

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