Quality Assurance Manager

United Aero Group; Enterprise (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

United Aero Group in Enterprise, AL, seeks a Quality Assurance Manager to lead QA programs, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001/AS9100 in aerospace, defense, and logistics contexts. The role is full-time and on-site.

You will oversee quality audits, investigate nonconformances, drive CAPA, and mentor staff while collaborating with operations, logistics, and engineering to embed quality into daily processes and performance dashboards.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and maintaining QA programs and SOPs.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, and gov't quality requirements.
• Demonstrated audits, inspections, root-cause analyses, and CAPA implementation.
• Strong data interpretation and reporting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proven leadership with team coaching and training on quality processes.
• Ability to work on-site in Enterprise, AL and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality audits and inspections.
• Monitor compliance with aerospace and defense standards.
• Investigate nonconformances and drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Prepare quality metrics and performance dashboards.
• Train and mentor team members on quality standards.

Skills

Quality management

Audits & CAPA

Regulatory knowledge

Data analysis

Communication

Leadership

On-site work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Quality metrics software

Job description

Company Description United Aero Group is a leader in aerospace management, military support, sourcing, facilities management, process improvement, operations, transport, and logistics. The organization focuses on delivering reliable, mission-ready solutions across complex, safety-critical environments. Teams work closely with commercial and defense partners to optimize performance, reduce risk, and improve operational efficiency. United Aero Group values disciplined execution, continuous improvement, and strong collaboration, offering professionals the opportunity to contribute to impactful aerospace and defense projects.

Role Description

The Quality Assurance Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Enterprise, AL. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality management systems and procedures that meet regulatory, customer, and internal standards. Day-to-day tasks include leading quality audits, monitoring compliance with aerospace and defense requirements, investigating nonconformances, and driving corrective and preventive actions. The role involves collaborating with operations, logistics, and engineering teams to ensure quality controls are integrated into processes, reviewing documentation and inspection reports, and preparing quality metrics and performance dashboards. The Quality Assurance Manager will also train and mentor team members on quality standards, support continuous improvement initiatives, and act as a primary point of contact for customer and regulatory quality inquiries.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality management, including developing and maintaining quality assurance programs and standard operating procedures.
• Knowledge of aerospace, defense, or logistics industry regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, military and government quality requirements).
• Demonstrated ability to lead audits, inspections, and root cause analyses, and to implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills, with experience using quality metrics and reporting tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear documentation and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proven leadership capabilities, including team coaching, training on quality processes, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ability to work on-site in Enterprise, AL, manage multiple priorities, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality management, operations management, or a related field; relevant professional certifications (e.g., CQE, CQA, Six Sigma) are a plus.