Quality Engineering Manager - Automotive & Defense

AM General LLC; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AM General LLC seeks an experienced quality engineering leader to drive continuous improvement in automotive manufacturing settings. You will lead cross-functional teams, apply AIAG core tools, and ensure compliance with ISO/IATF 16949 standards to support defense and automotive programs.

The role favors candidates with DCMA exposure and a demonstrated ability to work across engineering, manufacturing, and supplier networks to achieve operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of automotive quality engineering experience.
• Experience leading Quality Engineering teams.
• Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA).
• Experience with ISO standards and IATF 16949 certification preferred.

Skills

Analytical

Problem solving

Team leadership

Communication

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical or business field

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AIAG Core Tools

ISO/IATF 16949

DCMA experience

Job description

AM General LLC seeks an experienced quality engineering leader to drive continuous improvement in automotive manufacturing settings. You will lead cross-functional teams, apply AIAG core tools, and ensure compliance with ISO/IATF 16949 standards to support defense and automotive programs.

The role favors candidates with DCMA exposure and a demonstrated ability to work across engineering, manufacturing, and supplier networks to achieve operational excellence.