Quality Assurance Manager

RBC - Sargent Aerospace & Defense; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

401k Savings & Investment Plan

Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time

Tuition Reimbursement

HSA/FSA

Life & Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Gym & Rideshare Incentives

Legal Insurance/Identity Theft

Job summary

RBC Bearings Incorporated in Tucson, AZ seeks a Quality Engineering Leader to supervise QE/QAS staff and drive quality initiatives. The role reports to the General Manager and leads safety, process controls, and continuous improvement across value streams.

Responsibilities include KPI management, audit participation, and interpretation of drawings and specifications. Strong coaching and problem-solving skills are essential for sustaining high quality in aerospace manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years quality engineering experience
• BS in a technical field
• Experience leading a group of 5 or more
• Team player, self-starter, problem solver, adaptable
• Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma tools (5 Why, Ishikawa, 8D)
• Detail oriented; punctual and reliable

Responsibilities

• Promotes safety and environmental commitment beyond compliance with regulations
• Report on quality performance in all areas to General Manager
• Manage and maintain quality KPI targets
• Establish and maintain QAS inspection standardization
• Oversees rework, scrap follow-up, COPQ actions, and continuous improvement projects
• Supports internal/external quality audits (ISO 9001:2015, AS9100:2016)
• Interprets certifications, specs, and engineering drawings for decisions
• Supports Quality development of New Product Introduction
• Interprets and flows down customer quality requirements, specs, and records
• Mentor and grow quality personnel and training needs
• Drive quality engineering team standardization and CI methodologies
• Perform duties as site Quality Assurance Manager in absence
• Ensure coverage for QE and QAS teams across value streams
• Establish cross-training plans for QAS and QE
• Review non-conformances and coordinate corrective/preventive actions
• Maintain Material Review Area for timely distribution
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues in a Quality Clinic

Skills

Quality engineering

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Team management

8D problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

BS in technical field

Tools

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

GD&T

Job description

This position will be responsible for supervising and maintaining technical leadership of the assigned quality staff, which includes overseeing QE and QAS direct reports in support of value streams. Assists general manager as directed to ensure quality improvement initiatives are met.

Responsibilities:

• Promotes safety and environmental commitment beyond compliance with regulations
• Report on quality performance in all areas, as directed by General Manager
• Manage and maintain quality KPI targets set by the General Manager
• Establish and maintain QAS inspection standardization
• Oversees rework and scrap follow-up, supports COPQ action execution, and leads continuous improvement projects to meet COPQ reduction goals.
• Participates in internal and external quality audit (ISO 9001:2015, AS9100:2016)
• Takes decision based on the interpretation of certifications, specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Supports Quality development of the New Product Introduction
• Interprets and flows down customer quality requirements, specifications, and records.
• Mentor and growth of quality identifying training needs for quality personnel.
• Drive quality engineering team standardization which incorporates quality improvement plans methodologies as part of a continuous improvement process.
• Perform duties as the site Quality Assurance Manager in his absence
• Ensure planned/unplanned value stream support coverage for QE and QAS teams.
• Establish and ensure cross-training plans are continually met for QAS and QE’s
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, as directed by General Manager
• Review customer and quality non-conformances and coordinate on-time corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain the Material Review Area to ensure that all products are distributed in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve quality issues in a Quality Clinic or similar setting.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• 5-7 years quality engineering experience
• B.S. in technical field
• Previous experience leading a group of 5 or more
• Must be a team player, a self-starter, a problem solver and adaptable.
• Lean Manufacturing & Six sigma tools (5Why, Ishikawa, 8d etc.)
• Attention to detail / Detail oriented
• Attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of this position

This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident [“green card” holders] or have refugee or asylee status. Non-US Citizens may be restricted from certain programs.

Preferred Job Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• ASQ CQE certification,
• Advanced degree in Business or Engineering
• Previous experience leading a group of 10 or more a plus.
• Working knowledge of statistical process controls.
• GD&T experience
• Knowledge on standard ISO 9001:2015 + AS9100:2016

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC/RBCP) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components, and essential systems for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and components requiring sophisticated design, testing, and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets. RBC currently has 56 facilities, of which 37 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and the market capitalization is approximately $6.2 billion.

In 2015, RBC acquired Sargent Aerospace and Defense.

Founded in 1920, Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft, rotorcraft, submarines, and land-based vehicles.

At Sargent, our mission is to secure our future by making the challenging a reality. We achieve this by delivering high quality products and services that meet customer requirements and exceed customer expectations through employee development, customer focus and continual improvement.

Sargent’s continuing investment in people, assets, technology, and process quality ensures excellence and is integral to the company’s commitment to customers and their end-users. As we grow, we will continue to root our culture through our core values of Integrity, Respects & Values People, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Results Focus and Continual Improvement.

Company Benefits Include:

• Competitive Compensation
• Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time
• 401k Savings & Investment Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• HSA/FSA
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Accident/Hospital/Critical Care Plans
• Pet Insurance
• Gym & Rideshare Incentives
• Legal Insurance/Identity Theft

Dedication to our core values. Our must haves…

• Integrity - We do the right thing the right way. Our ideal candidate is ethical, honest in all interactions, delivers good news and bad, and follows through on commitments. Key Skills & Abilities is fair, credible, confidential, fiscally responsible, and accountable for decisions and actions.
• Respects and Values People - We encourage and bring out the potential of others. Our ideal candidate embraces diversity, recognizes, and supports the accomplishments, talents, and development of others. Key Skills & Abilities is committed to the building of strong relationships and creates an environment of trust and mutual respect.
• Customer Focus - We act with excellence in each and every interaction. Our ideal candidate builds strong internal/external customer relationships and goes above and beyond to deliver high quality products and services on time, every time. Key Skills & Abilities is responsive with strong customer service skills, product, and job knowledge to provide excellent customer satisfaction.
• Teamwork - We are better together. Our ideal candidate is inclusive, engaged and collaborative, sharing information, ideas, and experiences to accomplish goals, improve decision making and leverage capabilities. Key Skills & Abilities is a dependable team player, demonstrated through attendance and punctuality, works well with others, and has strong communication skills (both oral & written) to keep all stakeholders informed.
• Results Focus - We focus on the outcome, not the obstacle. Our ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic with a results/performance driven track record in a fast paced, changing, and challenging environment. Key Skills & Abilities is adaptable, works with a sense of urgency and high level of initiative and demonstrates a commitment to quality with attention to detail.
• Continual Improvement - We encourage and drive innovation. Our ideal candidate must be naturally curious, passionate, and never satisfied with the status quo. Key Skills & Abilities is innovative and has a problem-solving mindset that provides and implements CI ideas.